Dishwasher Not Draining — Fault Guide

A practical guide from Go Assist Bournemouth engineers.

Why does my dishwasher not drain at the end of the cycle?

Check the filter and sump at the base of the dishwasher for food debris. Ensure the drain hose isn't kinked behind the appliance. If the drain pump itself is noisy or seized, an engineer will need to replace it. Most dishwasher drain faults are resolved in a single visit.

Should you try to repair this yourself?

Basic checks — like cleaning a filter or checking the clock timer — are safe to do yourself. However, repairs involving electrical components, gas connections, motors or sealed systems should always be carried out by a qualified engineer. Attempting these repairs yourself may void your appliance warranty and could be dangerous.

Book a local engineer in Bournemouth

If you've run through the basic checks and the fault persists, Go Assist Bournemouth can send a local engineer the same day or next day. Our engineers carry common spare parts and diagnose most faults in a single visit.