When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. The Exton list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Restaurant Dish Machine Technicians, Exton PA
Within 30 miles of Exton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Exton, and the rest are spread across Media (4), Pottstown (4), and King of Prussia (3). Of those, 1 mentions commercial or restaurant equipment work by name. The closest is Lionville Marchwood Appliance., about 1.3 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Exton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.2, 4.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
The leading options for Exton are Commercial Equipment Service Inc. (19.2 miles away, based in Wilmington, 5.0 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts and Installation (25.4 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews); Commercial Kitchen Repairs (31.9 miles away, based in Quakertown, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steward Home & Commercial Maintenance LLC (27.0 miles away, based in Jenkintown, 4.4 stars from 374 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
Signs a Dish Machine Needs Service
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
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
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.
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- 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 Exton, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Exton 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 Exton Technician
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Exton, PA
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Is a detergent pump problem a repair call?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
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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 Exton technician can then bring the right parts.