When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. Companies that mention commercial kitchen work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Media, with distances.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Media
40 repair companies serve Media from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Media itself, and other nearby bases include Philadelphia (7), Glenolden (3), and Havertown (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Same-Day Appliance Fix Media is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Media. 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 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Media. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.3, 1.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Media list: Commercial Equipment Service Inc. (11.0 miles away, based in Wilmington, 5.0 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EMR - Commercial Kitchen Service, Parts and Installation (21.0 miles away, based in New Castle, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews); Steward Home & Commercial Maintenance LLC (18.4 miles away, based in Jenkintown, 4.4 stars from 374 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Commercial Kitchen Repairs (36.1 miles away, based in Quakertown, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Dishwasher Work in Media
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
Before Anyone Touches the Dishwasher
If the dishwasher has no working shut-off valve of its own, close the main water supply to the house instead. 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
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Media company quotes commercial work:
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$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?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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.
What Media Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Media 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.
Before You Book in Media
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Media, PA
What is the difference between high-temp and low-temp dish machines?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do you cover Media and nearby towns?
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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 Media technician can then bring the right parts.