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. The Punxsutawney 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, Punxsutawney PA
40 repair companies serve Punxsutawney from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Altoona (4), Johnstown (3), and DuBois (2). The farthest listed company is about 56 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. The closest is Mishler Appliance Services, about 15.8 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Punxsutawney is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 15.8, 16.5, 17.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 51 |
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
At the top of the Punxsutawney list: Commercial Equipment Service INC. (64.6 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AIS Commercial Parts & Service (73.4 miles away, based in Coraopolis, 4.4 stars from 112 reviews); Hobart Service (70.1 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 3.4 stars from 7 reviews); AIS Commercial Parts & Service, Inc. (87.0 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews).
How Restaurant Dish Machine Repairs Differ
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Chemical pumps not priming or dispensing
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- 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.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges for Reference
Commercial dish machine pricing varies with the machine type and parts, so treat home-dishwasher ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
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 Punxsutawney, PA
Most dishwasher calls in Punxsutawney 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 Punxsutawney
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Punxsutawney, PA
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Who fixes the chemical dispensers on a dish machine?
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
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Commercial Dishwasher Repair Near Punxsutawney
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 Punxsutawney technician can then bring the right parts.