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Dishwasher leaking? Protect the cabinets.
Supply lines and door seals fail without warning. Shut the supply, pull water from toe-kicks, then check your ZIP for drying help.
Do this now
- Close the dishwasher supply valve or the main shutoff if needed.
- Unplug the unit if you can reach a dry outlet.
- Pull water from under cabinets and toe-kicks when safe.
- Photograph the leak source and swollen particle board.
- Use DryCalm with your ZIP — call when coverage is available.
When to get help
Call for professional mitigation if you have standing water, wet drywall or carpet, sewage, a sagging ceiling, or any electrical risk. DryCalm is not 911 and does not give free quotes — when partner coverage exists for your ZIP, we show a number to call. Contractors are independent;
FAQs
Why do toe-kicks matter?
Water pools under cabinets and swells particle board out of sight. Fast extraction there often prevents a larger cabinet replacement.
Can I keep using the dishwasher?
Not until the supply and door seal are fixed and wet materials are assessed. Re-wetting unfinished drying restarts mold risk.
Who fixes the dishwasher vs who dries the cabinets?
An appliance tech or plumber handles the unit. Restoration extracts water under cabinets and dries particle board before it swells further.
What should I say when I call about a dishwasher leak?
ZIP, whether the supply valve is closed, and if toe-kicks or neighboring cabinets feel soft. Under-cabinet extraction often matters more than the appliance swap.
Does DryCalm give free quotes for appliance leak?
No. DryCalm is free guidance — not a quote marketplace. When partner coverage exists for your ZIP, we show a number to call an independent contractor.
Should I call before or after contacting insurance?
If unsafe, call 911 first. Otherwise stop the water if safe, photograph damage, then call your insurer and get a mitigation assessment. Order can vary by policy — document timing either way.
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