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. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Paterson, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about restaurant equipment.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Paterson NJ
Within 30 miles of Paterson there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Paterson itself, and the rest are spread across Clifton (13), Passaic (5), and Fair Lawn (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. The closest is Straight Appliance solutions, about 0.2 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
The leading options for Paterson are Renovate Group (11.1 miles away, based in Fort Lee, 4.7 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ERI Commercial Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews); American Commercial Equipment Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Brooklyn, 4.7 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay Hill Repairs (8.7 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.3 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
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
A dishwasher must be grounded; if the home wiring lacks a ground or the plug does not fit the outlet, a licensed electrician should correct it rather than modifying the plug. Source: Whirlpool - Dishwasher User Instructions
More: where dishwasher leaks come from.
What Dishwasher Repairs Cost
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 spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Dishwasher Notes for Paterson, NJ
Passaic Valley Water Commission (Main Service Area), which supplies Paterson, reports hardness of varies by supply blend: about 106-242 mg/L as CaCO3 from PVWC's Little Falls plant and about 42 mg/L from the Wanaque plant (NJDWSC); most Main Service Area customers get a blend of the two, so moderately soft to hard. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Passaic Valley Water Commission - 2026 Drinking Water Quality Report (2025 data)
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.
Before You Book in Paterson
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Paterson, NJ
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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 Paterson kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.