When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. The Portage list below starts with companies that mention commercial, restaurant or food service work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Who Works on Commercial Dishwashers Near Portage
40 repair companies serve Portage from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and Duncansville (2). Nearest on the list: Schafer's Appliance Repair, around 7.4 miles out. None of the companies within 60 miles mention commercial or restaurant equipment work by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 39 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Portage is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.4, 10.4, 13.1 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 51 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
At the top of the Portage list: Commercial Equipment Service INC. (68.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (81.8 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Hobart Service (76.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 3.4 stars from 7 reviews); Martin Appliance (21.5 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
Commercial Dishwasher Problems Worth a Call
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Rinse arms spraying weakly or unevenly
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as undercounter, door-type or conveyor units.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
Dishwasher Notes for Portage, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Portage 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 Portage
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Portage, PA
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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 Portage technician can then bring the right parts.