I would start by searching on the Internet - use google and fill in the brand, name & model # of your dishwasher. Then read those links and see what problems are common, what it takes to fix them, and the likely causes. If you decide to move forward then get some help and start to tear the machine apart.

Can you see the source of the leak? Is it the machine itself or the plumbing? Without knowing more, my guess is replacing a gasket somewhere is what you need.

A repair visit is likely going to cost you $70.00 or for the repair tech just to walk in your door, and my guess is they will in the end tell you the cost to fix the problem will be about the same as buying a new model.

This is a very good site: http://fixitnow.com/ for appliance repair.

Erm, this may not be the most appropriate thread for this question, but I’m going to go ahead and ask it: Do you have any advice about replacing versus repairing a dishwashwer? Mine is 10 years old, has non-working control buttons, and has begun to leak big-time. I didn’t worry too much about the control buttons, since I don’t use them, but I cannot now use the dishwasher as it floods my kitchen.

What do you think? Should I pay for a repair visit hoping the machine is still useable, or just spring for a new one?

Thanks for the pointer on that, I’ll have to give it a try myself. I do just what you suggest with steaks, I sear ‘em in a pan with some olive oil and add onion, mushrooms, and wine to the pan while the steaks go to the grill for finishing, very good!

I would imagine it only adds about another 15-20 minutes to the prep, huh?

I’ll be adding more recipes too. I find a very good way to extend one’s cash and eat good is to make bean/pea soups.

Thanks for reading & commenting!
Mark

Anyway, nice blog, keep up the good work!