If your dishwasher leaves food, film, or cloudy glassware behind, the cause is usually mechanical (spray arms, filters, pump) or chemical (detergent, water temperature), not “bad luck.” Use the guides below for symptom-specific steps, then schedule dishwasher repair if the problem returns.
Start here by symptom
| Symptom | Guide |
|---|---|
| Dishes still dirty after a full cycle | Dishwasher isn’t cleaning dishes |
| Weak jets or poor spray | Why dishwasher jets are spraying weakly |
| General poor cleaning performance | Why your dishwasher isn’t cleaning well |
| Water won’t drain / standing water | Clogged dishwasher won’t drain |
| Detergent pod won’t dissolve | What to do when dishwasher detergent won’t dissolve |
| Maintenance and prevention | Tips for keeping your dishwasher up and running |
When to call a professional
Book service if you smell burning, see leaking under the cabinet, hear grinding from the pump, or if DIY steps (cleaning filters, checking spray arms, running an empty hot cycle) do not improve cleaning after two cycles. Our technicians diagnose pumps, inlet valves, heating elements, and control boards on all major brands.
Book dishwasher repair online or call 1-866-415-3937.