When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. The Old Forge 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 Old Forge
Within 30 miles of Old Forge there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Pittston (3), and Kingston (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.0 miles away. 1 lists commercial or restaurant equipment work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Old Forge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 2.9, 3.5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
Closest matches for Old Forge: Dan Sienkiewicz - Commercial Kitchen Equipment Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Scranton, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews); Commercial Kitchen Repairs (67.3 miles away, based in Quakertown, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (64.5 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay Hill Repairs (82.1 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.3 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Dishwasher Work in Old Forge
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine trips the breaker or will not power on
Have the data plate details ready and ask whether the technician works on your machine type before booking.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Before inspecting or working on a dishwasher, unplug it or switch off its circuit breaker. Source: Whirlpool - How to Fix a Leaking Dishwasher
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for Old Forge
Most dishwasher calls in Old Forge 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Old Forge
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Old Forge, PA
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
Which areas near Old Forge do these technicians cover?
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial dishwashers?
Related Repair Pages for Old Forge
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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 Old Forge kitchen, that sorts out who to call first.