Because more than half the households in America have dishwashers, it's likely that you are already well-acquainted with the joys of using one. If so, you know that a dishwasher cuts valuable time off your chores, minimizes kitchen clutter and uses less water to do a better job than hand-washing. 

The vanguard of today's dishwashers have really come of age. They do their job quietly and very efficiently, using much less energy and water than models made a few years ago. And they have intelligent controls that maximize the ease of using them. Features abound. When shopping for a new dishwasher, the trick is knowing which features are worth paying for and which ones are a bit over the top.

In this section, you will find helpful information on buying a dishwasher that is right for you, as well as tips on installing and maintaining your appliance. Because dishwashers are used consistently week after week for years, they can suffer breakdowns occasionally. What do you do if your dishwasher ceases to work properly or begins to leak. You'll find DIY help with these kinds of problems in the articles listed below.