Commercial dishwashers run far more cycles than a home machine and rely on booster heaters, chemical pumps and wash tanks that home models do not have. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Saco, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Saco
Within 30 miles of Saco there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Portland (5), Scarborough (1), and South Portland (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. Nearest on the list: McLaughlin Appliance Sales, Service & Parts, around 7.1 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 11 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.1, 9.7, 10.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
Closest matches for Saco: Hobart Service (13.7 miles away, based in Portland, 1.7 stars from 3 reviews); Appliance Doctor Corp (87.4 miles away, based in Waltham, 5.0 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Service (59.5 miles away, based in Hooksett, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Premier Restaurant Equipment Solutions (77.5 miles away, based in Lynn, 3.8 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- 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.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Saco company quotes commercial work:
- 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 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 Saco
Most dishwasher calls in Saco 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Saco
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Saco, ME
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Do you cover Saco and nearby towns?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Related Repair Pages for Saco
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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 Saco kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.