Appliances are built to make your lives easier, but they are not designed to last forever. At some point in time you will find yourself making to decision to stop repairing appliances and start replacing them. The average cost for dryer repair, oven repairs, refrigerator repairs, washing machine repairs and other appliance repair was between $254 and $275. Some appliances can be replaced for roughly the same price or only slightly more. Knowing when to repair and when to replace is important. Below are some helpful tips to help you determine when to skip the dishwasher repairs and opt for replacing your dishwasher.

Left Over Water

The biggest sign on trouble that can signal dishwasher repairs and replacements is left over water. When water is pooled up after the washing and drying cycle you should consider replacement. This prevents dishes from drying completely and leads to troublesome odors.

Rust

When you notice rust inside the dishwasher this indicates a leak somewhere. This means water is reaching places that it should not be reaching. Rust is a sure sign that there are problems and dishwasher replacement should be considered.

Cool Dishes

If your dishes feel cool to the touch after the wash cycle you should consider replacing your unit soon. Hot water cleans and sanitizes the dishes and without a certain temperature, your dishes will not be clean nor sanitized. While some problems with water not getting hot are simple fixes others are not. You should determine the cost of repair against replacing your dishwasher if you notice dishes are not hot after the wash cycle.


Increase in Water Usage

A sudden spike in your water consumption could lead you to all parts of your house. When you have inspected every other aspect of your house, you should check your dishwasher. Try going without for a couple of weeks to a month and see if that affects the increased water usage. If your dishwasher is the culprit then it is probably time to replace it with a more energy efficient model.

Knowing that 20% of dishwashers will break within a three to four year period helps you make a decision as to whether repair or replacement is better. If your dishwasher is older than four years than dishwasher repairs may not make the most sense. Carefully consider the age of your dishwasher and the cost of the repairs before deciding to replace it or opt for repair services.