Your dishwasher makes a common household chore a lot easier. So, when a dishwasher repair problem pops up, it can be a major inconvenience. While dishwashers generally don’t require much maintenance, understanding which problems are most likely to occur will help you keep this appliance in good shape.

What Are Some Common Dishwasher Issues?

1. Food Is Still Dirty

If your dishwasher doesn’t actually clean the dishes, you’ll end up wasting water, as you’ll have to give them another wash by hand. While overloading your dishwasher or failing to rinse food off your plate before placing it in the appliance could be an issue, a clogged or dirty filter could also be to blame.

If the upper filter assembly has visibly soiled spots, it has a clog that is affecting the cleaning process. If the filters are clean and you are running normal loads, the dishwasher’s spray arm or float switch could be defective.

2. Water Leaks

Sometimes, your dishwasher might leak if you overload it. However, if water leaks become a recurring problem, this is usually an indicator that the gaskets and seals on the doors are failing.

A loose drain hose connection could also be to blame. Check these common trouble spots to identify the source of the leak and contact a dishwasher repair professional for a quick fix.

3. Not Filling or Draining

If the dishwasher doesn’t fill or drain, you’ll have a hard time getting your dishes clean. A malfunctioning door switch will often keep your dishwasher from filling up because it will signal to the appliance that it isn’t ready to run a load.

Conversely, failure to drain is often the result of a clogged drain, a broken drain pump, or a faulty drain sensor. This also occurs when you forget to remove the drain plug after installing a new disposal unit.

Whether you find yourself in need of dishwasher repairs, you can count on Complete Appliance Service. Serving the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky region since 1980, their specialists are trained to service a wide range of brands so they can provide an effective solution. To learn more about their appliance repair services, visit them online or call  (513) 661-3708.