Dishwashers Wayne repairs
Wayne repairs built-in dishwashers, including standard 24-inch units, 18-inch compact units common in Etobicoke condo kitchens, and panel-ready models behind a cabinet door. Wayne is an authorized GE service representative, so GE dishwashers get warranty repairs as well as paid repairs. GE Profile and Cafe dishwashers are covered on the GE repair page.
Typical dishwasher repairs include drain pumps, circulation pumps and motors, water inlet valves, door latches and gaskets, float switches, heating elements, spray arms, control boards and touch panels.
Common dishwasher symptoms
Dishwasher not draining
Remove the lower rack and lift out the filter, then rinse it. Check that the drain hose under the sink is not kinked and that the garbage disposal knockout plug was removed if a disposal was installed. Water that remains after those checks means a pump or blockage that needs a technician.
Dishwasher not cleaning
Clean the filter and clear the spray arm holes with a toothpick. Run the kitchen hot tap until it is hot before starting the cycle. Dishes that still come out dirty point to a weak circulation pump or a stuck inlet valve.
Dishwasher leaking
Check that the door gasket is clean and not torn, that the lower spray arm is seated, and that too much detergent was not used. Water at the front of the machine on the floor during a cycle needs a visit.
Dishwasher not starting
Check that the door latches with a click, that the control lock or delay start is not on, and that the breaker has not tripped. Unplug or switch off the dishwasher at the breaker for 60 seconds and try again. A dishwasher with lights but no response needs a technician.
Dishwasher not drying
Check that rinse aid is filled and that the heated dry option is selected. Plastic items hold water and are normal. Wet glass and plates after a heated dry cycle point to a heating element or vent fault.
Dishwasher not filling
Check that the water shut-off valve under the sink is open. A dishwasher that starts, hums and then stops with no water has an inlet valve or float switch fault.
Dishwasher grinding noise
Stop the cycle and check the sump under the filter for glass, a bone or a pit. A grinding noise with the sump clear means a pump bearing or a chopper blade fault.
Check it yourself or call
| Symptom | Likely cause | Check yourself or call |
|---|---|---|
| Standing water | Filter, drain hose or pump | Clean the filter and hose, then call |
| Dirty dishes | Filter, spray arms or pump | Clean the filter and arms, then call |
| Leaking at the door | Gasket or detergent | Wipe the gasket, then call if it continues |
| No start | Latch, control lock or board | Reset at the breaker, then call |
| Not drying | Rinse aid or element | Fill rinse aid, then call |
| Grinding | Debris in the sump or pump | Clear the sump, then call |
How a dishwasher repair visit works
- Call (416) 329-1415 or use the request-a-visit form. Give the model number from the label on the edge of the door.
- Wayne confirms the appointment himself, usually the evening before.
- Wayne arrives with common dishwasher parts such as drain pumps, inlet valves, latches and gaskets, so many repairs finish in one visit.
- Wayne quotes the repair before doing the work. Wayne tells you the diagnostic fee when you book (see the pricing page), and it is applied to the repair.
Etobicoke customers describe their visits on the reviews page.
Serving Etobicoke
Wayne repairs dishwashers across Etobicoke, including Humber Bay, Mimico, The Kingsway, Islington, Princess Gardens and Humber Valley Village. Confirm your address on the service area page.