Expert dishwasher repair by Cannon Appliance. Established in 1952, our Peninsula technicians diagnose and resolve complex drainage, cleaning, and electronic failures to restore your kitchen's workflow.
Request Service Call (650) 366-8444Our technicians are trained to identify and repair the root causes of major dishwasher failures.
Often caused by physical obstructions in the drain hose, filter assembly, or garbage disposal connection. In some cases, the drain pump itself has failed and requires replacement.
When dishes emerge dirty, it frequently indicates poor water pressure from a failing circulation pump, blocked spray arms, or a defective water inlet valve preventing a full fill.
Water pooling under the unit can stem from a torn door gasket, a faulty water inlet valve, or a cracked wash motor housing. Leaks should be addressed immediately to protect custom cabinetry.
If the unit is unresponsive, the door latch microswitch may be defective, preventing the control board from initiating the cycle. Thermal fuses or main control boards can also fail.
When a dishwasher breaks, homeowners often wonder if repair is economically viable. For premium and mid-range built-in dishwashers, repair is highly recommended.
Replacing components like a circulation pump or control board is significantly cheaper than purchasing a new unit, particularly when you factor in delivery, installation, and integration with custom kitchen cabinetry panels.
Cannon Appliance provides expert independent, out-of-warranty service. We are not factory authorized by the manufacturers.
Decades of experience resolving complex plumbing and appliance failures on the Peninsula.
Cannon Appliance is part of Heises Plumbing while remaining focused on appliance repair and service.
We service major dishwasher brands including:
We provide dishwasher repair across our verified Peninsula territory:
Dishwasher drainage problems are typically caused by a clogged filter, a blocked drain hose, a restricted air gap, or a failing drain pump. Clearing debris from the sump area often resolves minor issues.
Poor wash performance often results from clogged spray arms, a failing circulation pump that cannot generate enough water pressure, or a defective water inlet valve that prevents the tub from filling adequately.
Leaks can stem from a damaged door gasket, a faulty water inlet valve, or a cracked wash motor housing. It's important to stop using the unit immediately to prevent water damage to your cabinetry and flooring.
If a dishwasher refuses to start, it may be due to a faulty door latch switch (which tricks the unit into thinking the door is open), a blown thermal fuse, or an unresponsive main electronic control board.
In many cases, yes. High-end dishwashers from brands like Bosch or Thermador are built to last. Replacing a drain pump or water valve is generally much more cost-effective than purchasing and installing a new premium unit.
Contact Cannon Appliance to schedule expert independent service.
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