If you have a dishwasher in your kitchen, then odds are you make use of it quite a bit. This means that you’ll want to take care of it. Improper maintenance could result in leaks. If your dishwasher leaks water, then your kitchen could end up suffering water damage. The following are a few ways to prevent dishwasher leaks:
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Use the right detergent – If you use the wrong detergent, it could result in sudsing. Sudsing is when suds rise above the level of the door sill. You can tell by simply looking inside and changing detergents if this is occurring.
- Clean the door seals – The only time there’s a leak from your door seals is if they are physically damaged or if there is excessive soap scum buildup. If there is excessive buildup, use white vinegar to clean the space thoroughly.
- Check the water valve – Remove the dishwasher’s kick plate and check the water inlet solenoid valve. If the guts of the water valve have rotted out, you’ll want to shut the water supply off and have the valve replaced.
Use these tips and contact us at Parker Young if you’ve experienced water damage to your kitchen.