Do you have a noisy dishwasher? Are you dealing with dirty dishes after they come out of the dishwasher? Repairing a dishwasher is one of the most important things you can do for your home because without one it can cause you to end up washing a lot of dishes by hand. If you have young kids, you can find yourself washing dishes for several hours a day. Here are some of the common issues we see with dishwashers.
Noisy
The number one issue we hear about is a noisy dishwasher. Noise comes from a number of things from food stuck in the sprayers, drainage system, and motors to pump housing problems. We know how to deal with pump housing, worn washer arm bearings, and motor bushings.
Leaking
Another major problem we handle is treating a leaky dishwasher. A worn pump and door seal normally causes the problems with a dishwasher leak. Failed water inlet valves are another issue that causes leaking to occur.
Dishwasher Won’t Start
Are you pushing a button on the control panel and it won’t even light up? Is the control panel flashing a code? We can fix a dishwasher that will not turn on. Usually it is an issue related to the latch switch, timer, electronic control, motor relays, and thermal fuses.
Door Latch Problem
The door latch will wear out quickly because it is used several times a day. Plastic door latches will wear out fast and they need to be replaced often to close the door and seal out water.
Dirty Dishes
Another major problem is when you go through a cleaning cycle and the dishes are still dirty. We can troubleshoot a dishwasher to find out why it isn’t cleaning. Normally the issues are caused from housing gaskets, spray arms, and water delivery tubes and filters.
Not Draining
We often deal with dishwashers that have standing water in the bottom. The dishwasher cannot drain if there is a drain pump motor issue, timer problem, and clogged drain hose.
Doesn’t Disperse Detergent
Is your dishwasher working normally, but it isn’t dispensing detergent? A timer or wax motor is normally to blame when it comes to detergent.
For more information about dishwasher repair in Ogden, call VanderDoes Home Services at 801.731.7150 today! You may also reach us by filling out our online contact form.
When it comes to appliances, you need a professional for repair! Why do you need a professional? To save yourself money, time, and a headache. Sure there are YouTube videos out there that help some people troubleshoot a dishwasher, but they don’t always give the right information needed to fix appliances correctly. Professional appliance repairmen have access to the right parts at a lower price, allowing us to pass along those savings to you. Plus, we have years of experience handling appliances of variety of brands and styles. What else, we are fast! VanderDoes Home Services has an excellent reputation of being fast and affordable.
Saving Time and Money
Some people have pre-conceived notions of how expensive “repairmen” can be. Unfortunately there were some people that ended up paying a fortune to untrustworthy people. We aren’t going to charge a fortune. Our business is built on being honest and trustworthy. We will come to your home, troubleshoot your appliance and give you an honest opinion of what we think it will cost and what is the best thing to do based on your budget.
We don’t recommend taking apart any appliance and trying to repair it yourself. Many times we get phone calls from homeowners who thought they could save money by doing it on their own, and they often end up breaking other parts on the appliance. Hire us before and we can tell you what the exact problem is, and what we can do about it.
Experience and Knowledge
VanderDoes Home Services prides ourselves on the hard work and amount of time we have spent getting to know all the different appliances and brands. Our number one goal is to diagnose the problem and quickly repair them for you. Calling our team for correct appliance repair will ensure that your appliance is repaired in a timely manner and we fix it right the first time.
Correct Tools
We always come with the correct tools needed to repair your appliances. In the majority of cases, we will have spare motors and hard-to-find parts in our trucks to repair your appliances the same day. If we don’t have the part, we will order it and get it as soon as possible to get your appliance back up and running.
Call VanderDoes Home Services today for all your appliance repair needs.
Winter weather always brings on a string of nasty cold and flu viruses around Utah. Did you know your appliances can play a major role in reducing problems with the common cold? Simple things like washing your sheets frequently, vacuuming, and ensuring your refrigerator door is shut tight can make a drastic difference in your families health. Here are a few ways you can stay healthy this winter!
Keep Your Clothes Clean
Your clothes carry a lot of bacteria, especially when you are out and about during the day. When you come home from public places like a grocery store, mall, and the hospital, change your clothes! These high traffic places give you exposure to a lot of germs, which you can transfer to your kids and they can transfer to you (from school).
Keeping your clothes clean can be done with antibacterial soap, and even washers that include special antibacterial modes. Washing at the higher temperatures will help to kill more germs and allows your family to be healthier. If you have an older washer, use the “high-temperature wash” setting as it will aid in killing off a lot of germs.
Families with babies and younger children need to consider using these setting as it is important to reduce the bacteria that could get them sick. Young infants are particularly vulnerable to viruses and serious illnesses like pertussis.
Keep Food Fresh and Healthy
Did you know that 48 million people become sick from food borne illnesses? Eating spoiled food is one of the worst things you can do for yourself and your family. If you don’t want to end up sick, make sure you are eating fresh, healthy food. Your refrigerator plays a critical role in how fresh your food will stay. Use this chart from FoodSafety.gov to help you determine if the food in your fridge is safe to eat:
Category
Food
Refrigerator (40 °F or below)
Freezer (0 °F or below)
Salads
Egg, chicken, ham, tuna & macaroni salads
3 to 5 days
Does not freeze well
Hot dogs
opened package
1 week
1 to 2 months
unopened package
2 weeks
1 to 2 months
Luncheon meat
opened package or deli sliced
3 to 5 days
1 to 2 months
unopened package
2 weeks
1 to 2 months
Bacon & Sausage
Bacon
7 days
1 month
Sausage, raw — from chicken, turkey, pork, beef
1 to 2 days
1 to 2 months
Hamburger & Other Ground Meats
Hamburger, ground beef, turkey, veal, pork, lamb, & mixtures of them
1 to 2 days
3 to 4 months
Fresh Beef, Veal, Lamb & Pork
Steaks
3 to 5 days
6 to 12 months
Chops
3 to 5 days
4 to 6 months
Roasts
3 to 5 days
4 to 12 months
Fresh Poultry
Chicken or turkey, whole
1 to 2 days
1 year
Chicken or turkey, pieces
1 to 2 days
9 months
Soups & Stews
Vegetable or meat added
3 to 4 days
2 to 3 months
Leftovers
Cooked meat or poultry
3 to 4 days
2 to 6 months
Chicken nuggets or patties
3 to 4 days
1 to 3 months
Pizza
3 to 4 days
1 to 2 months
We also recommend checking the fridge to ensure it is sealing when it closes. Older fridges tend to have worn out hinges and door gaskets, which can lead to problems keeping the fridge cold, and the foods fresh. Call our Ogden office if you need troubleshooting of your fridge.
Washing Pots and Pans and Dishes
The dishwasher takes care of a lot of cleaning needs, but some things might never make it into the dishwasher. If you usually wash your pots and pans by hand, you can have troubles dealing with the cleanliness of your cooking supplies. We can test your dishwasher to ensure the water is hot enough to kill bacteria, and to check for other problems like clogged drains in the dishwasher, or problems with the spray arms, motor, control boards, and water valves.
Check your dishwasher for an antibacterial mode to ensure the dishes are being properly cleaned and sanitized. If you do wash anything by hand, use hot water to kill bacteria.
Clean the Floors
Your shoes carry a lot of germs with them wherever you go! Always make sure you are taking the time to vacuum or mop to keep those floors sanitary. A sturdy vacuum cleaner and a steam mop are the best tools to have to stay clean and bacteria free!
If you have an appliance problem, or you are worried about older appliance not getting the job done, call Vanderdoes Home Services today, 801-731-7150!
