Leaks are among the main reasons for dishwasher repair services. Pools of water around the appliance can cause family members to slip and fall, seep into the flooring to promote rot and mold growth, and contribute to energy efficiency issues. Here, review some common reasons for dishwasher leaks to provide the appliance repair technician with more information.

What Causes a Dishwasher to Leak?

1. Deteriorating Door Gasket

The rubber gasket that creates a tight seal between the dishwasher door and the rest of the appliance eventually wears out. It can crack, become dry and brittle, or feature excessive food debris that prevents it from closing completely, causing water to leak from the door.

If food particles are the problem, cleaning the gasket should solve the leak. Otherwise, a professional will have to replace the rubber to contain the water.

2. Defective Water Pump

Your dishwasher’s pump has two jobs: circulating water to clean dishes and draining dirty water once the cleaning is complete. The pump is located at the bottom of the appliance and contributes to leaks when it wears out.

Leaks can also occur when the pump’s seal breaks or the clamps keeping the part’s circulating and draining hoses secure loosen or crack. A dishwasher repair technician will identify the exact water pump issue.

3. Faulty Water Valve

An overflowing dishwasher usually has the water inlet valve to blame. The valve provides the dishwasher with water from your home’s water line, and like any other appliance part, it also succumbs to wear at some point. Whether the valve has hard water-related corrosion, was defective to start, or isn’t opening and closing properly from years of use, it allows too much water into the dishwasher.

4. Damaged Tub

The dishwasher’s tub or floor gets subjected to detergent on a daily or almost-daily basis. It also faces exposure to minerals in hard water unless a water softener is in place.

Whether one or both agents assault the tub, corrosion and holes can result. Dishwasher repairs might be able to save a newer appliance with a tub hole; however, older models typically require replacement. 

 

Schedule dishwasher repair services to solve leak issues with Complete Appliance Service. The appliance repair company has served the Northern Kentucky and Greater Cincinnati, OH, areas since 1980, offering a wide range of services, including dryer repair and freezer maintenance. Call (513) 321-0808 to make an appointment or learn more about appliance repair services online.