Commercial dishwasher repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a kitchen dishwasher takes on restaurant equipment. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Waukesha, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Waukesha
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waukesha. The rest are spread across Milwaukee (16), Wauwatosa (5), and Brookfield (3). Hobart Service is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Waukesha. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 4.7, 6.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Waukesha: Hobart Service (4.4 miles away, based in Pewaukee, 2.7 stars from 9 reviews); Chicagoland Appliance Repair (83.7 miles away, based in Naperville, 4.7 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CARI Appliance Repair Mt Prospect (66.5 miles away, based in Mt Prospect, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dara Commercial Appliance Repair (81.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
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
Built-in dishwashers are typically specified for their own properly grounded 120-volt branch circuit protected by a 15- or 20-amp breaker or time-delay fuse, with no extension cords or adapter plugs. Source: GE Appliances - Built-In Dishwasher Installation Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Waukesha company quotes commercial work:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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 Waukesha
Most dishwasher calls in Waukesha 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.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Waukesha
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Waukesha, WI
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Which areas near Waukesha do these technicians cover?
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Before you call, note the brand, model and serial number on the dish machine's data plate, whether it is high-temperature or low-temperature, and any error shown on the panel. A Waukesha technician can then bring the right parts.