Clean the filter
Remove and rinse the filter at the bottom of the tub.
Dishwasher not draining, standing water in the bottom?
Standing water in a dishwasher usually means a clogged filter, a blocked drain hose or garbage disposal connection, or a failed drain pump. Do not run it again, then call 833-877-1717. RepairNowUSA connects the request. An independent appliance technician does the repair.
Am I in the right place?Yes for water left in the bottom after a cycle.
Is this urgent?Not usually an emergency unless it overflows.
What do I do next?Do not run it again; call 833-877-1717.
Kitchen sink also backing up: clogged drain.
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What to do now
Run the disposal
A clogged disposal blocks the dishwasher drain.
Check the drain hose
Kinks under the sink.
New disposal knockout plug
If a disposal was just installed, the knockout plug may not have been removed, which stops the dishwasher draining.
Common causes
Clogged filter
Food debris.
Disposal or air gap
Blocked drain path.
Kinked hose
Under the sink.
Drain pump
Hums but does not drain.
What to have ready when you call
- Property ZIP code, home or business
- Brand and model number (usually inside the door or on the back)
- Whether the sink drains normally
What happens when you call RepairNowUSA
- Describe what is happening in plain words and give the property ZIP code. You do not need to know which trade to ask for.
- RepairNowUSA checks for a participating independent provider who handles dishwasher repair in that area.
- If one is available, you are connected. The provider confirms timing, access, scope and price with you before any work.
- The provider, not RepairNowUSA, diagnoses and performs the repair.
RepairNowUSA is a referral and connection service. Provider availability and response times vary by location, time and demand, and are not guaranteed. Before you approve work, ask what was found, the price, the timing and what is not included.
Call 833-877-1717Dishwasher not draining questions
Why is there water in the bottom of my dishwasher?
A clogged filter, a blocked drain hose or disposal, or a failed drain pump.
Can I call at night or on a weekend?
Yes. You can call 833-877-1717 at any time, including nights, weekends and holidays. Whether an independent provider can come out right away depends on your ZIP code, the time and provider capacity, so availability is not guaranteed.
Authoritative references
These public sources give general safety context. They do not replace an on-site evaluation, and RepairNowUSA does not perform the work.