When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Franklin Lakes, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Franklin Lakes NJ
40 repair companies serve Franklin Lakes from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Paterson (6), Ridgewood (3), and Wayne (3). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: Dr Appliance Repair - Midland Park, around 3.2 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Franklin Lakes: ERI Commercial Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews); Renovate Group (16.5 miles away, based in Fort Lee, 4.7 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Commercial Equipment Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay Hill Repairs (11.4 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.3 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Dishwasher Work in Franklin Lakes
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
A leak from the water supply line tends to show up as dampness under the front of the unit; leaks at the door often trace back to a dirty, loose or damaged gasket, a bent or loose latch, or a unit that is not level. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Franklin Lakes company quotes commercial work:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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.
Around Franklin Lakes
Most dishwasher calls in Franklin Lakes 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.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Franklin Lakes
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Franklin Lakes, NJ
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Which areas near Franklin Lakes do these technicians cover?
More Dishwasher Repair in Franklin Lakes, NJ
Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Franklin Lakes
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 Franklin Lakes kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.