When the dish machine goes down in a restaurant, the whole kitchen slows to the speed of a three-compartment sink. The Scranton 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 Scranton
Within 30 miles of Scranton there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Scranton, and the rest are spread across Pittston (3), Eynon (2), and Wilkes-Barre Township (2). 1 lists commercial or restaurant equipment work specifically. The closest is Tom's Appliance Repair, about 0.1 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Scranton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention commercial or restaurant work | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 29 |
First up for Scranton: Dan Sienkiewicz - Commercial Kitchen Equipment Repair (1.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews); Commercial Kitchen Repairs (68.5 miles away, based in Quakertown, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Plus (62.5 miles away, based in Flanders, 3.7 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ERI Commercial Appliance Repair (86.8 miles away, based in Spring Valley, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews).
What Commercial Dishwasher Repair Covers
When to Call About a Commercial Dishwasher
- Water not filling or draining from the tank
- Machine will not reach final-rinse temperature
- Leaks under the machine or from the doors
- Dishes coming out with film or spots
Commercial dish machines come from specialist manufacturers, so ask whether the company works on your brand and can get parts for it.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Published ranges for dishwasher repairs, for reference when a Scranton company quotes commercial work:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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.
Local Notes for Scranton
Most dishwasher calls in Scranton 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 Scranton
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Commercial Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Scranton, PA
How quickly can a technician get to a restaurant?
Who repairs restaurant dishwashers?
Are you affiliated with any dishwasher brand?
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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 Scranton technician can then bring the right parts.