When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of University of Virginia, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, University of Virginia VA
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of University of Virginia. The rest are spread across Charlottesville (4), Fishersville (3), and Gordonsville (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 3 of them mention commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listing or website. The closest is Christopher Hayes Appliance Specialists, about 2.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from University of Virginia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.8, 3.4 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 3 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
Closest matches for University of Virginia: VA Commercial Repair Solutions (25.5 miles away, based in Fishersville, 4.6 stars from 152 reviews); Valley Restaurant Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Fishersville, 3.8 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Sales & Services (24.9 miles away, based in Fishersville); Restaurant Equipment Repair (66.6 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.2 stars from 10 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
If Your Dishwasher Is Leaking
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. Source: GE Appliances - Dishwasher Water Shut-Off Location
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Around University of Virginia
Most dishwasher calls in University of Virginia come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in University of Virginia
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: University of Virginia, VA
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Related Repair Pages for University of Virginia
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List what the machine is doing (not filling, not reaching temperature, not draining, chemicals not dispensing) and whether a chemical supplier services the dispensers. For a University of Virginia kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.