Dishwashers are a great modern convenience we can’t live without, but an older model with major issues is something we can leave in the past. A few months ago, a customer had a major problem with a seven-year-old dishwasher with a plastic tub. It had been leaking for months through a very small hole, and by the time it was discovered, the subfloor had already begun to warp and grow mold.
If your kitchen has beautiful tile or hardwood floors, you could have an expensive problem if your old dishwasher springs a leak. This appliance runs through a cycle of water every day, and if you’re nervous about leaving it alone for too long, you should consider the peace of mind a new dishwasher from Bosch and Miele could bring.
These European manufacturers have discovered innovative ways to prevent dishwasher leaks. For example, the Bosch model has a stainless steel interior, which reduces the number of leaks from the tub. As an extra measure of protection in their 800 series models, a large base is underneath the tub that catches any leaks that might occur. The final layer of protection is a monitor called the AquaStop® Plus that senses leaks. If it identifies a leak, it immediately shuts off the dishwasher cycle and begins pumping out the water, so that it won’t leak onto the floor. Miele has similar technology that prevents leaks, and their additional performance features take convenience and peace of mind to a whole new level.
So the next time you look at your tile or hardwood floor in the kitchen, stop and think about the age and brand of your dishwasher. Thanks to some very smart European engineers, the opportunity to avoid major water damage in the kitchen is a reality that no homeowner should live without.
