Dishwashers
Dishwasher smells bad
Most smells come from trapped food in the filter and sump, or water sitting in a drain hose that loops the wrong way.
- Proudly CanadianOttawa-based team
- BBB accreditedRepairWell, our operator
- 15+ yearsof technician experience
- Insured technicianslicensed for gas work
- Satisfaction guaranteed90-day warranty on replaced parts
- Free diagnosticwhen you go ahead with the repair
Safe checks before you book
- Filter. Remove and scrub it.
- Run a hot empty cycle. With a dishwasher cleaner.
- Drain hose loop. The hose should rise high under the counter to stop sink water flowing back.
Unplug first. Switch off power (and close the water or gas supply where it applies) before looking behind or inside an appliance. If anything feels unsafe, stop and call.
What usually causes it
| Food in the sump | Cleared on the visit. |
|---|---|
| Backflow from the sink | Drain loop or air gap missing. |
| Standing water | A partly blocked drain. |
When to stop and call
Not urgent unless water is standing in the tub.
What the visit costs
The diagnostic is free when you approve the repair and it's completed. You get the cause, the parts, labour and total in writing before any work. If you don't go ahead, it's $89 + tax for a home electric appliance, or $149 + tax for a gas appliance.