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DISHWASHER REPAIRS · HARARE

Dishwasher Leaking Water?

Water on the Floor, Around the Door or Under the Unit?

Dishwasher leaks usually come from a worn door seal, a door that is not level, oversudsing from the wrong detergent, a loose inlet or drain hose, or a leaking pump or sump seal. Our technicians trace the leak in your kitchen in Harare.
  • Dishwasher diagnosis in your kitchen
  • Drain, fill & leak repairs
  • Quote before work starts
  • Mobile call-outs across Harare
  • Independent repairer for all major brands
Technician inspecting a household dishwasher

Why Is My Dishwasher Leaking?

Water at the front usually comes from a worn or dirty door seal, a door that sits unevenly because the machine is not level, or foam pushed out by hand-washing liquid. Water under the machine points to a loose hose clip, the drain pump, the sump seal or a split inlet hose. Built-in units can hide a slow leak behind the kick-plate for weeks.

Bosch and Siemens dishwashers stop and show E15 when water reaches the base tray, and LG dishwashers show AE. Our dishwasher repairs technicians find the leak and replace the seal, hose or pump on Samsung, Defy, Hisense and other brands. Switch off at the wall and book a repair.

Where Is the Dishwasher Leaking?

Under the door

Door seal, door alignment or oversudsing.

Under the machine

Pump, sump seal or an internal hose.

Behind the kick-plate

A slow leak on a built-in unit.

Only at drain time

The drain hose connection or pump.

Leak code on the display

E15, AE and similar codes mean water in the base.

Common Causes of Dishwasher Leaks

  • Worn or dirty door seal
  • Machine not level, so the door misaligns
  • Hand-washing liquid causing foam
  • Loose inlet or drain hose
  • Leaking drain pump or sump seal
  • Cracked spray arm or tub

When to stop using the appliance

Switch the appliance off at the wall if you notice a burning smell, smoke, sparking, exposed wiring, repeated breaker trips or water near electrical parts. Leave electrical covers, high-voltage parts and the heater, motor, pump and anything behind a cover to a technician, then call or WhatsApp 0719 227 718 and we will arrange an assessment.

What Can You Safely Check First?

Wipe the door seal and check it for tears. Use dishwasher detergent only, never hand-washing liquid. Check the hoses at the tap and sink are tight.

If water is near the socket or under a built-in unit, switch off at the wall and close the tap before mopping up.

How We Trace a Dishwasher Leak

The technician removes the kick-plate, runs a short cycle and watches for the leak, then replaces the seal, hose, pump or sump part at fault and resets the anti-flood system.

You get the cause and a quote before any work starts.

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Need this dishwasher looked at?

Send the brand, the model if you have it, the fault or error code and your suburb. We confirm your booking and arrival time by phone or WhatsApp.

Dishwasher types

Dishwashers We Repair

Freestanding Dishwashers

Standalone 60 cm and slimline dishwashers that can be pulled forward for inspection.

Built-In Dishwashers

Built-in dishwashers under a worktop, with access planned around the fitted kitchen.

Integrated Dishwashers

Fully integrated dishwashers hidden behind a furniture door, including the door hinges and springs.

Compact Household Dishwashers

Countertop and compact dishwashers for small kitchens and flats.

Tell us the brand, the model from the label on the door edge, and whether the dishwasher is freestanding or built in.

Dishwasher Repairs Across Harare

Our technicians travel to homes across Harare and nearby towns, so the dishwasher is repaired in your kitchen.

  • Harare North

    Avondale, Borrowdale, Mount Pleasant, Highlands, Chisipite, plus Mazowe and Domboshava

  • Harare West

    Westgate, Mabelreign, Bluff Hill, Tynwald

  • Harare East

    Greendale, Eastlea, Msasa, Mandara

  • Harare South

    Waterfalls, Hatfield, Cranborne, Glen View

  • Harare CBD

    City Centre, the Avenues, apartments, offices and shops

  • Ruwa

    Ruwa and Zimre Park

  • Chitungwiza

    Chitungwiza households and local businesses

  • Norton

    Norton and surrounding homes

Google reviews

What Our Customers Say

My washing machine had be down for a year thanks to these guys for fixing it. Now I'm no longer using my hands to wash my clothes.

Tariro NgondeGoogle reviewWashing machine repair

Fridge Repair service was scheduled ASAP -next day actually! Service tech was professional and proficient. Quick and easy fix. He did a great job cleaning up and took great care of my fridge. I would highly recommend this company! A+++ service!

Leeroy JakaziGoogle reviewFridge repair

Great service, the team is very proffessional and their level of communication is commendable. My Samsung Fridge Freezer (Side By Side) was repaired right on time and it worked like it was brand new. Thank you so much

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently Asked Questions About Dishwasher Leaking

Why is my dishwasher leaking from the door?

Usually a worn door seal, a machine that is not level or foam from the wrong detergent. Check the seal and level first.

Why is my dishwasher leaking underneath?

Water under the machine usually comes from the drain pump, sump seal or a loose hose clip inside. We remove the kick-plate and find the source.

Can using washing-up liquid make a dishwasher leak?

Yes. Washing-up liquid makes far too much foam, which pushes past the door seal. Run a rinse cycle to clear it and use dishwasher detergent only.

How much does it cost to fix a leaking dishwasher?

Hoses and seals are affordable, pumps are moderate. We find the source first and quote before any work starts.

Book a dishwasher repair in Harare

Tell us what your dishwasher is doing and where you are in Harare. We confirm your booking and arrival time by phone or WhatsApp.

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Need Help With Your Dishwasher?

Call or WhatsApp 0719 227 718 with the brand, the fault or error code and your location. A technician diagnoses the dishwasher in your kitchen and quotes before any work starts.