Fontanella Importers provides expert coffee machine servicing and repairs from our base in Germiston, Gauteng — backed by over 16 years of experience and a trusted network of 100+ Ho.Re.Ca, office, and home clients across South Africa. Whether your traditional espresso machine has lost pressure, your bean-to-cup machine needs a descale, or your grinder needs recalibrating, our qualified technicians keep your equipment running at peak performance.
Coffee Machines Repairs We Specialise In
We carry out coffee machines repairs and servicing across the full range of equipment we supply and beyond, including:
- Traditional espresso coffee machines — La Spaziale, Nuova Simonelli, CIME, Carimali, Slayer, Isomac and Second-Hand units
- Super-automatic & bean-to-cup coffee machines — including Jura home and professional models
- Coffee grinders — Mazzer on-demand, doser and single-dose grinders
- Pod and capsule coffee machines
- Water filtration systems — BWT, Brita and Everpure
Servicing & Preventative Maintenance
Regular servicing protects shot consistency, flavour and the lifespan of your machine. Our coffee machine servicing and repairs plans cover full diagnostics, routine preventative maintenance, descaling, component replacement with genuine parts, and emergency call-outs to minimise downtime for your business or home kitchen.
Based in Germiston — Servicing Ekurhuleni, Gauteng & Beyond
Our workshop and showroom are based at Unit 14, Bridgeway Business Park, 434 Sam Green Rd, Tunney, Rietfontein, Germiston 1401. From here we service coffee machines across Germiston, Ekurhuleni and the greater Gauteng region, with a national footprint for larger Ho.Re.Ca accounts.
Areas We Service
We’re based in Tunney, Johannesburg, but our technicians regularly carry out coffee machine repairs and servicing across the greater Ekurhuleni and East Rand area, including Bedfordview, Edenvale, Alberton, Boksburg, Benoni, Kempton Park, Springs, Primrose and Elandsfontein, as well as the wider Johannesburg and Gauteng region — plus a national footprint for larger Ho.Re.Ca accounts.
Coffee Machine Repair FAQs
Is it worth fixing a coffee machine?
In most cases, yes. Repairing a well-built espresso machine, bean-to-cup unit or grinder is usually far cheaper than replacing it, especially for commercial-grade equipment from brands like La Spaziale, Nuova Simonelli, Jura or Mazzer, which are built to be serviced and can run for many years with regular maintenance. Replacement is usually only worth considering for a low-cost domestic unit with a failed major component, or a machine so old that parts are no longer available.
What are some common problems with coffee machines?
The issues we see most often are limescale build-up affecting heating and pressure, worn seals and gaskets causing leaks, blocked or worn grinder burrs producing an inconsistent grind, faulty pumps or solenoid valves, and steam wand or group-head issues on traditional espresso machines. Most of these are preventable with a regular servicing plan and the right water filtration.
How much does it cost to repair a coffee machine?
Repair costs depend on the machine, the fault, and whether parts need to be sourced or imported, so we quote after a diagnostic assessment rather than a flat call-out fee. Routine servicing — descaling, seals, general maintenance — is generally the most affordable option. Get in touch for an accurate quote for your specific machine.
What is the average lifespan of a coffee machine?
A well-maintained commercial espresso machine or grinder can last 10 years or more, since most core components are designed to be rebuilt rather than replaced outright. Domestic bean-to-cup machines typically last 5–8 years with regular descaling and servicing. Lifespan comes down largely to water quality and how consistently the machine is serviced, which is why we recommend a maintenance plan for any machine in regular use.
Book Your Coffee Machine Repair or Service
Ready to book a repair or set up a maintenance plan? Get in touch with our team and let us know whether your enquiry is domestic, small office, forecourt, large office, or restaurant/coffee shop — we tailor our servicing and repairs to your setup.