So, you’re remodeling your kitchen and trying to figure out where to put the dishwasher. Do you want your dishwasher next to the stove for easy access, or does it need to go somewhere else? Dishwashers can be placed almost anywhere, given that there is at least 2 inches clearance from a freestanding and wall … Read more
From the time you turn on the faucet and water starts coming out until it’s blasting your dirty dishes clean in the dishwasher, that water has to go through a pretty complex process. In a nutshell, the water cycle in your dishwasher works like this: The water first enters the dishwasher through the inlet valve … Read more
There’s nothing worse than coming home to a dishwasher full of dirty dishes. It can be a real pain when your dishwasher starts to back up into the sink. Why does this happen? For units without garbage disposal, a dishwasher backs up because of a clog in the drainage system, which can be caused by … Read more
Do you ever get that peculiar smell coming from your dishwasher when it’s running? What does it mean? Is your dishwasher about to burst into flames? Don’t worry! While it’s not normal, it’s not a sign that your dishwasher is about to malfunction. The burning smell is actually caused by a build-up of lint and … Read more
When your dishwasher starts emitting a nauseating smell, it’s definitely a cause for concern. Fortunately, in most cases, there’s an easy fix. So what’s causing your dishwasher to smell like eggs? And more importantly, how can you make it stop? When your dishwasher smells like eggs, it’s often caused by bacteria buildup, dirty waterlines, or … Read more
As a staple appliance in most homes, and with all the other appliances being an electricity hog, have you wondered if dishwashers save electricity? Wonder no more! Dishwashers have been designed to use less energy than you’d think. In fact, if dishwashers can use as little as one-fourth of the amount of water that you … Read more
A leaking water heater may seem like a small problem, but it can be dangerous if not fixed immediately. It can cause deadly accidents such as slipping and falling, electric shock, or worse; it can blow up your house. Water Heater Leaking From the Bottom 1. Damaged Drain Valve During maintenance, water from the tank … Read more
Do you ever stop to wonder how your dishwasher gets hot water? It’s a question that doesn’t often cross our minds, but it’s an interesting process. Most dishwasher models have their own heating element – which means that it heats up their own water and doesn’t rely on your home’s water heating system. How Dishwashers … Read more
Those with a dishwater will probably notice that the drain could be connected to the garbage disposal, but is this a wise choice? More importantly, should it be implemented? Dishwasher drain into garbage disposal is a recommended way to get rid of the dirty water and food particles safely. However, there are a few things … Read more
Dishwashers are supposed to provide homeowners convenience, but sometimes they can be more of a hassle. One common annoyance is when dishwasher water doesn’t drain properly and leaves standing water in the machine. No standing water in your dishwasher is not normal. If you notice that your dishwasher starts to collect water at the bottom, … Read more
