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 Dormont 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 Dormont
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Dormont. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (22), Coraopolis (3), and Castle Shannon (1). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Of those, 3 mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. Nearest on the list: YinzerFix Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dormont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 3 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.3, 2.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
First up for Dormont: Commercial Equipment Service INC. (2.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (11.0 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Hobart Service (5.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 3.4 stars from 7 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (52.0 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews).
Commercial Dishwasher Work in Dormont
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Water, Power and Safety First
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.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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 Dormont, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Dormont 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Dormont
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Dormont, PA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Do you cover Dormont and nearby towns?
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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 Dormont kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.