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 Wausau, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Wausau
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Wausau. 2 list an address in Wausau, and the rest are spread across Stevens Point (2), Wisconsin Rapids (2), and Rhinelander (2). Distances run up to about 55 miles. A-Aaron Appliance Repair. is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Wausau. No company within 60 miles of Wausau names commercial or restaurant equipment work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 17 businesses. Wausau is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wausau. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 9.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
Closest matches for Wausau: Engels Commercial Appliance / Engels Bar & Restaurant Supply (81.6 miles away, based in Green Bay, 4.3 stars from 16 reviews); Seim Appliance Services. (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Professionals Choice LLC (12.4 miles away, based in Mosinee, 4.2 stars from 18 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Water, Power and Safety First
Shut off the dishwasher's water supply during repairs or whenever it is leaking; the valve is usually under the kitchen sink on the branch line that runs to the dishwasher, and it closes by turning clockwise. 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.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Dishwasher Notes for Wausau, WI
Most dishwasher calls in Wausau 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 Wausau
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Wausau, WI
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Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Wausau
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 Wausau technician can then bring the right parts.