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 South Portland, with distances.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, South Portland ME
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of South Portland. 1 of them are based in South Portland itself, and other nearby bases include Portland (5), Scarborough (1), and Gray (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 1 lists commercial or restaurant equipment work specifically. Agren is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from South Portland. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 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 | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.3, 3.1 |
First up for South Portland: Hobart Service (5.4 miles away, based in Portland, 1.7 stars from 3 reviews); Hobart Service (70.2 miles away, based in Hooksett, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews); Premier Restaurant Equipment Solutions (86.6 miles away, based in Lynn, 3.8 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
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
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
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
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Local Notes for South Portland
Most dishwasher calls in South Portland 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near South Portland
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: South Portland, ME
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near South Portland do these technicians cover?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
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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 South Portland technician can then bring the right parts.