Honestly, as a consumer myself, I never really think about the quality of a dishwasher. I mean sure, you want it to do the best job possible when cleaning dishes. However, there is so much more that goes into a dishwasher we do not even think about! This guide here will lead you to getting the perfect dishwasher for you and your family!
Task 1: The Style
Picking out the perfect dishwasher comes with many decisions. There are three main styles of dishwasher to choose from: countertop, built-in, or drawer. Let's dive a little deeper into what each of these three looks are like.
Countertop: This is one style of washer I do not think I have ever seen before but is in fact a real thing! These dishwashers sit on top of the counters and simply plug into the faucet lines. Pros to this would be how convenient they are if you are someone who moves around a lot. A con to this would be how much space it takes up on the counter itself.
Built-In: This is the most common style of dishwasher we know. This would be your standard washer that slides into a spot within your cabinetry, and the drop-down door style to it. However, these do need to be attached to your main plumbing water line. However, that is a super easy set-up!
Drawer: This one is very similar to the standard style of built-in dishwashers. They sit within your cabinetry; however, the door style pulls out like drawers. Almost like a garbage compactor. Love the idea of this!
Task 2: The Control Panel
This is also something you never think about until actually shopping for a dishwasher. However, it is something I have noticed is important! The control panel is here all of your buttons will be located. Personally, I have a dishwasher with all the buttons on the top and I love that!
Fully Integrated: This is the type of I have! All the buttons are located at the top of the dishwasher, hidden for a much sleeker appearance!
Semi-integrated: This dishwasher has some of the buttons hidden, and some of them showing. This includes the handle to the dishwasher as well.
Full-Console: This dishwasher has all of its buttons located on the face of the dishwasher. This is the most common layout of dishwashers there are!
Task 3: Special Features
For me, anytime I purchase something I always am looking at what kind of special features it may have. When doing some research, I found out that so many dishwashers have some cool things they can do! This includes things such as
Adjustable racks
And added 3rd Rack
Specialty Cycles (Half Wash, Delicate, etc.)
Plate Warmer
And so much more!
The overall message here, is that there is so much research and investigating that goes into purchasing a dishwasher! This guide here has a lot of information but is not limited to the many more features you should look into! And if in case your dishwasher doesn’t seem to be working right, call Appliance Rescue Service in your area today to get a service call set up! We are never too busy to take your calls!