What is the most common cause for a dishwasher not to drain?

• <div><p>If your dishwasher isn’t draining, some common causes include a clogged drain filter, drain hose, or air gap. Also, if you have a garbage disposal, a clog in the disposal can back up your dishwasher since they share plumbing, as can a clog in your kitchen sink’s plumbing. A handy DIYer may be able to figure out <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-unclog-dishwasher.htm">how to unclog a dishwasher,</a> but you may need to call in a plumber if you can’t locate and clear the clog yourself.</p></div>

How do I know if my dishwasher drain hose is clogged?

• <div><p>Your dishwasher drain hose may have a clog if your dishwasher is full of water, your dishes aren’t getting cleaned, or water takes a long time to discharge into the garbage disposal.</p></div>

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Last update on October 29, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Wright Way Plumbing... they came out... looked over the job got started repaired a 60 year old Galvanize kitchen Drain cut the outside wall to get to the drain in just a little bit time had the drain repaired... Very Professional... great Customer Service ... kitchen Drain repaired... thank you...
Wright Way Plumbing
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Reviewed in July 2023
Great company great customer service great communication after cleaning the pool for which it was green and bringing it crystal clear to blue. He proceeded to dive in 8 feet to replace the drain cover. That was missing when finished cleaned up. Everything was done correct thanks. Great job.
Top Choice Pools SC LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
Drain still clogged. Wouldn't come back unless I put a credit card on file. Plumbing hasn't changed in years but they are telling me to spend $1700+ to fix the problem. Called another plumber. Drain is unplugged. Not ethical. Expensive but money wasn't the issue.
Jordan & Sons Services ,LLC
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Reviewed in May 2017
He arrived a few minutes early. Very professional very courteous and very nice. He asked about our problem and verbally diagnosed it. And went to work. The line was blocked and was not clean after his initial attempt. He continued until our washing machine drained freely. He did not give up...
Leak Seekers LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
The job went very well. He was able to get the pipe draining again. with further investigation, we found a pipe needed to be replaced so I went ahead and had that done as well. He was very knowledgeable and helped solve my issue.
ALL ABOUT PLUMBING LLC
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Reviewed in May 2014
I scheduled an appointment for a tub refinishing with new drain. The owner talked with me on the phone about the job--four hours to do the refinishing, and the worker would return the following day to finish up and replace drain. The work was delayed two times before he came to the house. On...
Surface Specialists
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Reviewed in January 2014
Palmetto State Plumbing came on time December 4th and installed a new faucet set on our tub/shower It took them about an hour and included installing a new valve. I had also had them put in a new drain in. The cost was $270. I was renovating my bathroom so did not use the tub right away. On...
Palmetto State Plumbing
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Reviewed in April 2013
It wouldn't drain completely. There was something that was clogging it up. He took everything apart and put it back together. It's been running smoothly since then. Hoyt works on all brands of dish washers. He knows what he's doing and has been in business for 30 years.
L & R Appliance
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Reviewed in May 2012
We had used him before and were very satisfied but unfortunately, not this time. He had a tiler that messed up pretty badly. The only part we were unhappy with was the tile work in the shower. It was not satisfactory at all and wouldn't drain properly. There was no followup or attempt to...
Billy Barrett Structural Service
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Reviewed in December 2011
Do not let this guy put in a septic drain field. The priice is good but you get what you pay for. He only put in half the required line at half the required depth and it was not properly graded. The first drain field lasted 20 years. The new one only lasted three. I am now paying $2,100 to get...
MAPLE'S CONSTR & SEPTIC TANK
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Ben Franklin Plumbing of Florence

608 West Lucas Street

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Ben Franklin Plumbing of Florence

608 West Lucas Street

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21 years of experience

Florence Plumbing Maintenance, Repairs, and Installation Services Whether you’re dealing with the likes of a slow-moving drain, leaking water heater, or full-blown plumbing disaster, you must have a team of professionals you can rely on when your plumbing system fails. When you need a go-to plumber in Florence, turn to Benjamin Franklin Plumbing®. Our team provides authentic and trusted plumbing services to the homeowners in Florence and the surrounding areas. Our team takes the time to understand your plumbing issues and concerns, to better serve you and provide you with a solution that is made to last. We proudly serve Hartsville, Darlington, Effingham, Marion, Timmonsville, and surrounding areas!

"They were on time and very efficient"

Michael W on June 2025

"They were on time and very efficient"

Michael W on June 2025

Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.

Hill Plumbing & Electric Company Inc.

Customers say: Quality work

227 local quotes requested

100 years of experience

Hill Plumbing & Air has been proudly serving the Sumter and Florence communities since 1925 with expert plumbing services and now Heating and Air Conditioning services as well. Our goal is to continue the proud tradition and build successful longstanding relationships with our customers through providing quality service, offering competitive pricing and going above and beyond with attention to detail in everything we do. We take pride in our services and educating our customers as well!

"Punctual and professional. We were on a tight timeline and the his follow up was great."

Rafael R on February 2025

"Punctual and professional. We were on a tight timeline and the his follow up was great."

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Expert Comfort Solutions

3559 West Cummings Road

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Expert Comfort Solutions

3559 West Cummings Road

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24 years of experience

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road

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R&M Building and Remodeling

Pickett Mill Road

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8 years of experience

We Provide High Quality Remodels, Repairs, and Renovations for Residential Homes and Commercial Properties. We also do Custom Deck Design and Construction. Privacy Fences. Patios. Sheds. Siding. Roof Repair. Retaining Walls and other Hard Scapes. We do it all!

Livingstone Engineering, LLC

725 South Dunes Drive

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Livingstone Engineering, LLC

725 South Dunes Drive

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Mechanical Engineer (PE) - Hvac and any mechanical design work. Energy Efficiency Audits, General Whole-House Handyman, Troubleshooting repair and maintenance expert. Plumbing systems expert. HEATING AND AC expert. Electrical troubleshooting and repair. General home and commercial upfits and remodels consulting and renovations.

Danny's handyman services

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Danny's handyman services

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We specialize in just a wide variety of categories. From doing minor auto mechanic repairs. All the way to putting together a simple entertainment center, or mounting televisions. Here is a list of some of the services we offer: * repairing and unclogging drains and water lines. * Installing and removing toilets * Installing new faucets ** Minor repairs on hvac equipment, (no freon) Minor Auto repairs and maintenance ** tune ups ** brakes ** part replacement ***Pressure washing **** trash hauling ****AND MUCH MORE**** Give us a call today to see if we can help. ****The best part is we try not to break the bank. ****

Magnolia Plumbing LLC

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Magnolia Plumbing LLC

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The Magnolia Plumbing LLC professionals are here to assist you with any plumbing needs in your home. Licensed and Insured with over 20 years of experience our technicians offer friendly, knowledgeable service at an affordable price. We will get to the root of the problem.

Top Notch Trades

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Top Notch Trades

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7 years of experience

Here at 1st Pick Handyman our customers come first! Were here for you 24/7 and cover everything in your house from flooring to sheetrock to trim and base boards to plumbing all the way to roofing so whatever you may need were the guys you want to call first! We Offer FREE ESTIMATES & HOME INSPECTIONS

Smith plumbing

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Smith plumbing

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Just about any plumbing work that needs to get do I can do except installing a shower or bathtub snaking drains, faucet, hot water heater, toilet and pipes

Barnhurst plumbing

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Barnhurst plumbing

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I am a licensed plumbing contractor in central South carolina. I have over 6 years of extensive plumbing experience. From small repairs, to remodels as well as new construction on commercial and residential projects. I have 4 years of schooling undergone during my apprenticeship studying the international plumbing code book. I understand the engineering in your plumbing system so that when we fix it we expect it to last a lifetime. I have the experience in the field to do it right the first time. Barnhurst plumbing is keeping plumbing code a standard because honest and integrity is what makes a reputation worth working for.

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Drain Cleaning questions, answered by experts

Liquid drain cleaners are harsh chemicals that can erode your pipes. To treat a slow drain or for preventative maintenance, pour hot water down the drain to break up gunk and help move it along. Make sure the water isn’t boiling hot (keep it under 140 degrees Fahrenheit) if you have plastic pipes. However, you’ll need to pull the clog out for bigger backups.

If your dishwasher isn’t draining, some common causes include a clogged drain filter, drain hose, or air gap. Also, if you have a garbage disposal, a clog in the disposal can back up your dishwasher since they share plumbing, as can a clog in your kitchen sink’s plumbing. A handy DIYer may be able to figure out how to unclog a dishwasher, but you may need to call in a plumber if you can’t locate and clear the clog yourself.

This depends on the location of the blockage. If the blockage is in your home’s system, anywhere in the system, it is your responsibility as a homeowner. Blockages seldom happen because of items or buildup coming from the city, which means it originates in the home. It becomes the city’s responsibility at the exact point your home’s line distributes waste into the city’s system. The exception is if the problem in your home damages the city lines.

Your dishwasher drain hose may have a clog if your dishwasher is full of water, your dishes aren’t getting cleaned, or water takes a long time to discharge into the garbage disposal.

The cost to repair a main sewer line clog is about $3,110 on average. The average cost range is $1,310 to $4,950, but it can go as low as $215 and as high as $9,300 or more. The cost factors for this repair include the severity of the clog, pipe accessibility, video inspection, removal method, permits, pipe material, labor rates in your area, and time of year. Repairs made from outside during the winter can be more difficult due to the frozen ground or during the spring if the ground is saturated from a lot of rain and snow melt.

The Sumter, SC homeowners’ guide to drain cleaning services

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How Liquid Drain Cleaner Works: Pros and Cons
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How to Unclog a Shower Drain With Standing Water
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What Is the Standard Tub Drain Size and How Do I Measure for My Drain?
Tub drain sizes are standardized, but they can vary in certain circumstances. This guide will discuss the most common sizes and how to measure your tub.
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What Is Hydro Jetting and When Do You Need It?
Hydro jetting can help clear deep plumbing clogs and debris buildup. Use this guide to learn all about hydro jetting and whether it’s the appropriate fix for your problem.
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Getting something that fell down the sink drain can be frustrating, especially if it holds sentimental value. This step-by-step guide shows how to get something out of the sink without taking it apart.