Most Common Causes for Dishwasher Leaks

If the door of your dishwasher isn’t closing correctly, you may notice water escaping in places.

You might see drips or an accumulation of water under the door or you could see water dripping where a seal is damaged or screws are loose.

You may be able to tighten those loose screws, but if you aren’t sure where the water is coming from, you should definitely leave it to the experts so you get a proper repair.

Using the wrong soap is a big time issue with your dishwasher.

Never put hand washing liquid soap in your dishwasher because this can a lot of foam to build up, which can cause the dishwasher to leak in various places.

Read the manufacturer information that comes with your dishwasher and use only the kind of soap that’s recommended for your dishwasher model.

The gasket on your dishwasher is important because it provides the seal around the door that keeps that water in the unit while it’s running.

If this gasket gets worn out, it doesn’t do its job properly and you could wind up with leaks where the rubber is worn through or where there’s damage.

Inspect your dishwasher’s gasket regularly and replace it if you notice that it’s getting worn out.

Your dishwasher must be level to work properly. If it’s not, you could have more water on one side than you should, which can lead to leaking from that place.

To test this, open the dishwasher and place a level tool on the bottom of it. If it’s misaligned, adjusting it so it’s level across the entire unit should help fix the problem and stop the leak.

You can do this yourself if you know how or give us a call to help you out. 

Call TJM Plumbing for help with all of your leaking dishwasher questions and concerns. Remember too, we are you plumber in Lismore for all water bases issues and projects.

For more information on water leaks, read our previous blog!

Check the outside and underneath of your tank. Use a torch if required, but do not insert your hands or any other objects into any part of the tank.

If your tank is leaking water, this is not only going to increase your water and utility bills, but means your tank needs professional care. Leaking can be a result of weakened walls, mineral build-up, or clogged drainage.

Hot water systems do make some noise, but they should be quiet and generally unobtrusive. If you notice your tank making a continual buzzing, loud pops, crackles or rumbling it is worth organising an inspection as soon as possible.

Hot water systems rarely burst, and you and your family are still safe, however a loud hot water service can indicate mineral build up, inefficient heating, or hot and cold water being mixed rapidly.

iscoloured water, or a metallic or coppery taste in your mouth could indicate that the tank is experiencing internal corrosion and requires a professional repair.

External rust on the tank itself should also be inspected. It is normal for water to appear slightly hazy in the first few seconds after a tap is turned on as the water pressure stabilises but should very quickly run clear.

If the water discolouration or unpleasant taste occurs through cold tap usage, you should still speak with a plumbing professional.

TJM Plumbing offers gas, electric and solar hot water system repairs, maintenance and installation to Lismore and the surrounding region.

If you think your hot water system isn’t performing as it should, or have any other plumbing enquiries, get in touch with our expert team in Lismore today.

If you’re wondering if a gas or electric hot water system is best, read our previous blog to determine the pros and cons of each.