Dishwasher repair in Montgomery & Howard County
A dishwasher that will not drain usually has a clogged filter, a blocked drain hose or a failed pump. Dirty dishes usually point to blocked spray arms or a water inlet problem. AFZ Appliance Repair fixes major-brand dishwashers in Montgomery and Howard County, MD. Call (240) 758-5566.
Common dishwasher problems
| What you notice | Usual causes |
|---|---|
| Standing water after the cycle | Clogged filter, kinked drain hose, blocked air gap or failed drain pump |
| Dishes come out dirty or gritty | Blocked spray arms, low water fill, weak detergent dispensing or a clogged filter |
| Leaks at the door | Worn door gasket, wrong detergent suds, or an unlevel tub |
| Will not start | Door latch, child lock, control board or no power at the outlet or junction |
| Dishes stay wet | Empty rinse aid, failed heating element or vent fan, or plastic items that hold water |
| Grinding or humming sound | Debris in the pump or a failing wash motor |
Check these before you call
- Twist out the filter at the bottom of the tub and rinse it under the tap.
- Lift out the spray arms and clear the holes with a toothpick.
- Run the kitchen tap until it is hot before starting a cycle. The incoming water needs to be around 120°F.
- If you just installed a new garbage disposal, check that the knockout plug was removed from its inlet.
Types of dishwashers we repair
- Built-in dishwashers
- Drawer dishwashers
- 18-inch compact dishwashers
- Portable dishwashers
- Panel-ready dishwashers
Dishwasher repair by brand
We repair dishwashers from KitchenAid, Whirlpool, GE, Samsung, LG, Maytag, Frigidaire and Kenmore, plus Thermador. Hidden-control models keep their buttons on the top edge of the door, so check the control lock first if yours has stopped responding.
See the full brand list. Our repairs carry a 30-day warranty on labor and parts.
Finding the model number
On dishwashers, the model and serial number are usually on the inner edge of the door, or on the tub wall just inside the door. Read it to us when you call.
Dishwasher repair near you
Dishwasher repair in Montgomery County
Older Kensington and Takoma Park kitchens often had a dishwasher added long after they were built, with long drain runs and aging shutoff valves. In Colesville and Fairland, a dishwasher swapped in by a previous owner may have its drain hose laid flat without the high loop it needs, which can send sink water back into the tub.
Montgomery County communities
AshtonAspen HillBarnesvilleBeallsvilleBethesdaBoydsBrookevilleBurtonsvilleCabin JohnChevy ChaseClarksburgCloverlyColesvilleDamascusDarnestownDerwoodDickersonFairlandForest GlenFour CornersGaithersburgGarrett ParkGermantownGlen EchoGlenmontHillandaleKensingtonLaytonsvilleMontgomery VillageNorth BethesdaOlneyPoolesvillePotomacRedlandRockvilleSandy SpringSilver SpringSpencervilleTakoma ParkWashington GroveWheatonWhite Oak
Dishwasher repair in Howard County
Hard water from private wells around Highland, Dayton and Glenelg leaves film on glasses and scale on spray arms, and that can look like a failing machine. In Columbia and Scaggsville, where kitchens have often been updated more than once, a pooling leak can start at a loose connection behind the kick plate.
Common questions
Why is there water left in the bottom of my dishwasher?
A little around the filter is normal. Standing water above the filter means a drain problem, most often a clogged filter, a kinked hose or a failed pump.
Why are my dishes still dirty after a full cycle?
Blocked spray arms, a clogged filter and cool incoming water are the usual causes. Clean those first. If it continues, the wash motor or inlet valve may need testing.
Which dishwasher brands do you repair?
We repair dishwashers from Whirlpool, GE, Samsung, LG, KitchenAid, Maytag, Frigidaire, Kenmore and other major brands, plus Thermador.
Other repairs
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