When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. The North Windham list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, North Windham ME
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of North Windham. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (4), and Gray (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Center of Maine, around 6.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 16 businesses.
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 | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.2, 9.8, 11.9 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
The leading options for North Windham are Hobart Service (9.8 miles away, based in Portland, 1.7 stars from 3 reviews); Hobart Service (73.4 miles away, based in Hooksett, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Agren (24.0 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (13.8 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
Hand soap, dish soap or laundry detergent can make a dishwasher over-suds and spill water onto the floor; use only automatic dishwasher detergent. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
Around North Windham
Most dishwasher calls in North Windham 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a North Windham Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: North Windham, ME
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
How fast can a commercial dishwasher be repaired?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
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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 North Windham technician can then bring the right parts.