Dishwasher Repairs: How to Repair a Dishwasher — The Family Handyman

Simple maintenance will wipe out 90 percent of dishwasher problems. This article provides solutions for three common problems: the dishes don't come out clean, the dishwasher leaks water, and the dishwasher won't start. We'll show you how to make the fixes yourself and save the money you would have paid a dishwasher repairman.