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. The Alpena list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Alpena
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Alpena. 2 of them are based in Alpena itself, and other nearby bases include Posen (1), East Tawas (1), and Tawas City (1). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Alpena. None of the repair companies near Alpena name commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 5 businesses. Alpena is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alpena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 2.7, 12.0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Alpena are Young's Appliance & Furniture + Mattress (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 873 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J R's Appliance Repair & Heating (12.0 miles away, based in Posen, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews); Armstrong Repair, LLC Major Appliance Repair (51.4 miles away, based in East Tawas, 4.6 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Dishwasher Notes for Alpena, MI
Most dishwasher calls in Alpena 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Alpena
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Alpena, MI
Which areas near Alpena do these technicians cover?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Alpena
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Alpena
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 Alpena technician can then bring the right parts.