Don't Let a Broken Dishwasher Ruin Your Summer Cookout Fun!
Nobody wants to spend all day cooking and entertaining family and friends, only to spend the rest of the evening watching dishes pile up; knowing the host will have to do those dishes late into the night puts a damper on the entire cookout. The homeowner will likely look at the pile of dishes with disdain, wishing she had called a professional to fix her broken dishwasher before the cookout. In this article, plumbing experts explain some common issues and how they can be fixed to get those summer festivities back up and running.
Signs of a Dishwasher Repair Issue
A dishwasher is one of the most used items in the home. Homeowners are using their dishwashers more than ever because homeowners are making every meal at home. More meals at home = more dishwasher runs during the day. When an appliance is frequently in use, a host of problems can occur. The most common dishwasher problems that arise are the following: - Poor draining: is there sitting water in the bottom of the dishwasher after the cycle is complete? There might be a clog.
- Dishes are spotty/not dried completely: Dishwashers that have stopped drying dishes completely may have a heating element issue.
- The dishwasher is smelly: If the dishwasher is smelly, there may be trapped food, grease, or other contaminants floating around.
- The dishwasher won’t fill with water: There may be a valve issue that a professional plumber needs to service.
Dishwashers can suffer from any number of issues. A clog, heating element, or valve issue is among the most common.
How Can a Pro Plumber Help?
A professional plumber can help homeowners ascertain the issues plaguing their dishwashers and can have the tools to locate and fix any number of issues that interrupt a dishwasher’s function. A plumber is uniquely qualified to handle the complex repairs that come with a malfunctioning dishwasher.
A dishwasher is more complicated than a simple appliance repair because it is connected to the primary water source and can cause more significant problems throughout the home if it is dealt with incorrectly.
Benefits of Routine Maintenance
Proper use and care of a dishwasher can prevent many of these issues from occurring in the future. There are regular maintenance items that can keep a dishwasher running in tip-top shape. Most importantly, homeowners should adequately load their dishwashers. It is common for homeowners to over-fill their dishwashers and use every single inch of rack space. Loading the dishwasher correctly can increase the dishwasher’s functionality.
Further, to prevent the dishwasher from becoming smelly and prevent clogged pipes, homeowners should wash their dishes of any leftover food or grease before loading them into the dishwasher. Another tip to keep dishwashers running smoothly is regularly cleaning the strainer and filtering any clogged food or debris. Cleaning the strainer and filter can help reduce build-up and grease traps that cause many clogging issues. Following these tips will help increase a dishwasher’s efficiency and lifespan.
About Ira Hanson Sons and Company
At Ira Hanson Sons and Company, we specialize in dishwasher repair and maintenance. They have proudly served the Reno, Nevada area since 1986. We are a community trusted, a one-stop shop for all Reno homeowner’s dishwasher maintenance and repair needs.
