Are you asking yourself “Why won’t my dishwasher drain?” When your dishwasher stops draining, you quickly realize how much time a functioning dishwasher saves you. Hand washing dishes every night is a massive time killer. Then add on hand drying, and the “dinner hour” just doubled. The good news if your dishwasher drain stops working, it’s usually doesn’t mean you need a major repair. In this article, we’ll look at the most common reasons your dishwasher stops draining and how to fix it fast.
Dishwasher Drain Hose
Your dishwasher drain hose can be found near the filter basket inside your dishwasher. The drain hose connects to either your sink or garbage disposal. Residue can build up over time and become a clogging sludge that keeps your dishwasher from draining. Hose clogs affect the performance of both your dishwasher and its connected appliances. Take a flashlight and look inside the tube. If you see build-up, you’ll need to clear out the hose.
Clogged Filter
The lower filters in you dishwasher are the first place you should look if you think you have a clog. Look inside your dishwasher near the sump. You should see two filters. Look for a large basket filter and a smaller mesh filter. Nearly all the water in your dishwasher drains through these two filters. The filters catch and collect most of the debris that’s washed off your dishes. Over time, the debris an build up on the filters and creates a clog. Cleaning your filters periodically will help you avoid these clogs. Simply remove the filters by hand and wash them in the sink with soapy water.
Pipe Clogs
Sometimes the reason your dishwasher won’t drain has nothing to do with your dishwasher. There may be a significant blockage somewhere else in your home’s plumbing system that is causing your dishwasher to back up. If you’re experiencing drainage problems in other areas of your home, like the washing machine in the laundry room, or bathtub, you should contact a professional plumber to inspect your pipes. They have the tools and experience to quickly locate a clogged pipe and remove the clog.
Need Drain Cleaning in Jacksonville, Florida?
Even if you know your dishwasher hose is clogged, you may not have the time to take it apart and properly clean it. No worries, we got you covered. You can schedule an emergency cleaning and regular preventive pipe cleaning with Top of The Line Plumbing. Scheduling regular cleaning helps you avoid an emergency and increases the lifespan of your pipes. Remember, chemical drain cleaners damage your pipes over time.
Call today, and we’ll be happy to discuss our drain cleaning services so you can have peace of mind knowing your pipes are always in good condition year-round.
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