Standard visit
Monday to Friday, until 6pm
£100
including the first hour of labour
then £25 per 30 minutes
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Dishwasher repairs · Bristol
Commercial Dishwasher Repair in Bristol
When the dishwasher stops, plates, pans and cutlery soon pile up. I’m a warewash specialist repairing undercounter and passthrough commercial dishwashers across Bristol and the surrounding areas.
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You deal with me, the engineer, directly.
Fully insured (£5m public liability) and DBS checked.
Common faults
Dishwasher faults I repair
- Not drainingBlocked drain fittings, failed drain pumps and sludge in the outlet. Water left sitting in the tank after a cycle usually points to one of these.
- Not heatingFailed wash tank or rinse boiler elements, thermostats, temperature probes or contactors. A machine that can’t reach temperature can’t clean or sanitise properly.
- Not fillingFaulty fill solenoid valves, blocked inlet strainers, pressure switch faults or a rinse pump that has stopped working.
- Poor wash resultsBlocked wash arms and jets, a worn wash pump, dosing problems or low temperatures. Smears and leftover food usually have a clear cause.
- LeaksPerished door seals, split hoses, failed pump seals and loose fittings, including the slow drips that quietly damage a floor.
- Error codes & not startingDoor switches, level sensing, control boards and wiring. If there’s a code or message on the display, mention it when you get in touch.
My approach
Finding the cause, not just the symptom
I don’t reset a machine and hope for the best. I test it, find what has actually failed and why, and explain it in plain English. When a Proton Washrite wouldn’t start its cycle, the seized wash pump wasn’t the whole story: a metal bracket was lodged in the pump housing and hose. Removing it, refitting the pump and testing the machine got it back up and running.
If a machine isn’t worth repairing, I’ll tell you before money is spent. Parts are always quoted and agreed before fitting, so you stay in control of the cost.
Brands
Machines I work on
Brands I work on include:
- Hobart
- Winterhalter
- Classeq
- Maidaid
- Meiko
- Electrolux
- Asber
- DC
Customers
Who I repair dishwashers for
- Restaurants
- Pubs & bars
- Cafés
- Hotels
- Schools
- Care homes
Pricing
The price covers coming out to you and the first hour of labour. Any extra time after that is charged in 30-minute blocks.
No VAT to add. The price you see is the price you pay.
Evening & Saturday visit
Weekdays after 6pm, and Saturdays
£150
including the first hour of labour
then £35 per 30 minutes
Sunday & bank holiday visit
All day
£200
including the first hour of labour
then £50 per 30 minutes
Parts are always quoted and agreed before fitting. No hidden extras, so you’ll know the cost before any work goes ahead.
Every job comes with an invoice. Payment is due on visit completion, by bank transfer or cash. Account terms are available for regular customers.
FAQ
Questions customers ask
Do you repair both undercounter and passthrough dishwashers?
Yes. I work on undercounter and passthrough (hood) dishwashers, as well as utensil and pot washers and glasswashers.
My dishwasher is full of water and won’t drain. What can I check?
Switch the machine off, then check the filters in the tank for food debris and make sure the drain hose isn’t kinked. If it still won’t drain, the drain pump or drain fitting is likely blocked or faulty, and that’s a job for an engineer.
Is it worth repairing an older commercial dishwasher?
Often, yes. Well-built commercial machines can run for many years with the occasional new pump, element or seal. I’ll give you an honest view on whether a repair makes sense before any work goes ahead.
How much does a dishwasher repair cost?
A standard visit (Monday to Friday, until 6pm) is £100 including the first hour of labour, then £25 per 30 minutes. There’s no VAT to add, and parts are always quoted and agreed before fitting.
Can I call you about a breakdown in the evening or at the weekend?
Yes. Evening, Saturday, Sunday and bank holiday visits are available at the rates shown on this page. Out of hours, send a WhatsApp, text or email with the machine and fault.
Contact
Dishwasher down? Get in touch
Call, WhatsApp or email with the make, model and fault, and I’ll be in touch.
Before you call, it helps to have the make and model from the data plate (the silver sticker on the machine), any error code, and a short description of what the machine is doing. Photos on WhatsApp are ideal.