Dishwasher Not Draining
Dirty water sitting in the bottom of the dishwasher at the end of a cycle, or the machine stopping mid-cycle.
What Is Causing This?
- 1Filter or drain hose blocked with food debris
- 2Drain pump failed or jammed
- 3Blocked sink waste where the dishwasher hose connects
How Urgent Is This?
This should be fixed in the coming weeks. Leaving it may allow the problem to worsen and cost more to repair.
What Needs to Be Done
An appliance engineer will clean the filter and drain hose, check the pump for blockages or faults, and ensure the waste connection is clear.
How Much Will It Cost?
National average estimate
Labour: £60 – £135 | Materials: £19 – £148
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Ask a QuestionHow to Prevent This
Scrape plates before loading. Clean the filter after every few cycles. Check the drain hose is not kinked behind the machine.
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