Common dishwasher problems can be small at first but lead to bigger issues. Dishwasher complaints involve not washing dishes thoroughly, leaving a filmy residue, or the dishwasher quits mid-cycle. Clogged dishwasher components are to blame for the most common problems. 

Appliance Mechanics are always happy to find the clog and make repairs. A professional, certified dishwasher mechanic will fix the issue fast. Your best bet is to call Appliance Mechanics before you have to install a new dishwasher.

Dishwasher Smells Bad

The common problem with a bad-smelling dishwasher is usually the sign of a clogged, dirty drain or filter. Food particles get stuck in the drain and need to be cleaned or scooped out. Broken drains or filters require replacement. A clogged dishwasher drain can be deeper than the eye can see and can eventually lead to clogged pipes. Calcium and Lyme particles also clog drains and ruin dishwashers if not appropriately treated.

Loud Sounds from Dishwasher

People tend to overload their dishwashers. Large pots often get banged around by the spray arms that circulate in dishwashers. A loud motor-like sound could imply damage to the drain pump, or wash pump. In severe cases, the dishwasher motor is malfunctioning.

Dishwasher Water Leak

Water draining outside the dishwasher in a large or small puddle will damage the floor. A flooded dishwasher is also the result of a clog in the system. A broken pump filter or siphoning drain hose often produces a water surplus.

Water Stands in Dishwasher, Drains Slowly, or Not at All

The problem with water stuck in a dishwasher is bacterial growth on your dishes and kitchen. Known issues include jammed food chipping blades, malfunctioning drain hoses, and pump filters. Sometimes, specific dishwasher models need air gaps or dishwasher high drain loops.

Dishes are Dirty After a Dishwasher Cycle

Hard water can contain magnesium and calcium minerals. These minerals stick to dishes and leave spots or residue. Different types of rinsing solutions are available to wash away minerals. A rinse aid will help the water clean the dishes better and maximize the use of the dishwasher.

Dishes are Wet.

In most cases, a malfunctioning heating element is not drying the dishes. Thie heating element or a high-limit thermostat keeps the dishwasher from overheating. If the dishwasher is overheating, the thermostat might turn off the heating pump. The high-limit thermostat can cause electrical problems and damage the dishwasher.

Dishwasher Quits Mid-Cycle

A broken door latch will end a dishwashing cycle, as well as a tripped dishwasher circuit. A failed heating element or a broken vent fan is likewise to blame for dishwashers halting before a finished job. Be aware that when an appliance such as a dishwasher quits, it’s because something has gone wrong, and it’s a safety mechanism that is in place to protect you.