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. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Exeter, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Exeter
31 repair companies serve Exeter from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Exeter itself, and other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). 1 of them mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work in their listing or website. The closest is Voitek TV & Appliance Inc, about 1.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses.
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.
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.8, 1.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 31 |
At the top of the Exeter list: Dan Sienkiewicz - Commercial Kitchen Equipment Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Scranton, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews); Commercial Kitchen Repairs (66.3 miles away, based in Quakertown, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (66.8 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay Hill Repairs (85.0 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.3 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
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
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
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
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Exeter company quotes commercial work:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Exeter
Most dishwasher calls in Exeter 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.
Questions to Ask a Exeter Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Exeter, PA
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
Why does my dish machine need a booster heater?
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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 Exeter technician can then bring the right parts.