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 Oakland, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Oakland
Within 30 miles of Oakland there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Paterson (6), Ridgewood (3), and Wayne (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Dr Appliance Repair - Midland Park is the nearest, roughly 5.4 miles from Oakland. 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.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.4, 5.4, 5.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 3 |
First up for Oakland: ERI Commercial Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews); Renovate Group (18.8 miles away, based in Fort Lee, 4.7 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay Hill Repairs (12.2 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.3 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hobart Service (11.2 miles away, based in Fairfield, 3.7 stars from 24 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Oakland company quotes commercial work:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 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?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- 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.
What Oakland Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Oakland 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Oakland
- 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?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Oakland, NJ
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
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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 Oakland kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.