Dishwasher installation in Exeter
Professional dishwasher installation services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£85
Typical Duration
1-1.5 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
New dishwashers installed and tested working. I connect water supply with isolation valve, fit waste hose properly, level the machine, and test everything before you run your first load.
Getting Your Dishwasher Working Properly
New dishwasher sitting in a box? It needs plumbing in before it'll work. Water in, waste out, leveled up, tested for leaks. Straightforward job done right means years of trouble-free washing.
💡 Pro tip: Always fit an isolation valve even if you don't have one now. Lets you turn the dishwasher water off for servicing or emergencies without crawling under the sink to shut off the whole kitchen supply.
Proper Installation vs Quick Bodge
Dishwashers that aren't fitted properly cause problems:
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Isolation valve fitted (can shut off easily) | Directly connected (have to turn mains off) |
| Waste has proper loop (prevents backflow) | Straight connection (sink water backs up into machine) |
| Machine level (door closes properly) | Wonky (leaks, door won't stay closed) |
| Tested for leaks before leaving | "It'll probably be fine" |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Machine slid into gap, feet adjusted to level |
| Supply | Water supply connected with isolation valve |
| Waste | Waste hose fitted with proper high loop |
| Secure | Machine screwed to worktop/units |
| Test | Run through cycle, check for leaks |
📦 You're Left With
- Dishwasher connected and working
- Isolation valve fitted for easy servicing
- Waste properly connected (no backflow)
- Machine level and secure
- Tested leak-free
Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Replacing existing dishwasher (connections there) | 1 hr | £60 |
| New installation (need to create connections) | 1.5 hrs | £85 |
| Integrated with door panel fitting | Add 30 mins | Add £25 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Includes isolation valve and fittings.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ First dishwasher - creating connections from scratch
✅ Replacement - old machine out, new one going in
✅ Kitchen renovation - new appliances all round
✅ Rental property - adding dishwasher for tenants
Why Choose Us for Dishwasher installation in Exeter?
Water supply connected with isolation valve
Waste hose fitted with proper loop
Machine level and secured to units
Tested for leaks before you use it
What to Expect
Step 1: Position Machine
Slide the dishwasher into the gap, adjust the feet so it's level front-to-back and side-to-side. Door needs to close properly and seal against the worktop.
Step 2: Connect Water Supply
Run supply hose to the isolation valve under your sink (or fit a new valve if there isn't one). Connect using compression fitting or appliance connector. Turn water on, check for leaks.
Step 3: Connect Waste
Hook waste hose into the connector under your sink (or fit one if needed). Important - waste needs a high loop before going down into the pipe to prevent backflow from the sink.
Step 4: Plug In
Electric connection - just plug it into the socket. Most dishwashers use about as much power as a kettle, so standard socket's fine.
Step 5: Secure & Test
Screw brackets up into the worktop so machine can't slide out. Run a quick cycle with no dishes - make sure it fills, washes, drains, and doesn't leak anywhere.
🔧 DIY Tips
Dishwasher installation is doable DIY if you're methodical:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Adjustable spanners
- Screwdriver
- Spirit level
- PTFE tape
- Drill (if fitting new brackets)
💧 The process
- Slide machine into gap - remove packaging first!
- Level it - adjust feet, use spirit level, check door closes right
- Connect water supply - to isolation valve with appliance connector
- Connect waste - high loop then into sink waste connector
- Plug in electric - standard 13A socket
- Secure to units - brackets screw into worktop or side panels
- Test - run empty cycle, check for leaks at connections
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- No isolation valve (can't service machine without turning mains off)
- Waste connected without high loop (sink water backs up into dishwasher)
- Not leveling machine (door won't seal, causes leaks)
- Overtightening connections (cracks fittings)
- Not testing before use (discover leak after first load, water everywhere)
💡 Pro trick: That high loop in the waste hose is critical - run it up high (above the sink waste level) before dropping down into the waste connector. Stops dirty sink water siphoning back into your "clean" dishwasher.
Integrated machines - if you're fitting the kitchen door panel to match your units, check the manufacturer's instructions. Every brand does it slightly differently. Takes patience but makes the kitchen look seamless.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🏠 Older Exeter kitchens - might not have isolation valves or waste connectors. I'll fit them as part of the installation - makes future servicing and replacement much easier. Worth doing properly.
Water pressure - dishwashers work fine with normal UK mains pressure. If you've got very low pressure (rural area, old pipes), check the dishwasher specs before buying. Most work down to 0.3 bar.
Salt and rinse aid - even with a new machine, you need to fill the salt reservoir and rinse aid dispenser before first use. Check the manual - most need priming.
Waste connections - never connect a dishwasher waste directly into a standpipe or floor gully. Needs to go through a proper sink waste connector with the high loop. Building regs requirement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you install a dishwasher if I've never had one before?
Yes - I'll run a water supply from under your sink, fit an isolation valve, connect the waste into your sink waste, and plug it in. First-time installations take a bit longer (closer to 90 minutes) because I'm creating the connections from scratch.
Do I need to buy anything before you arrive?
The dishwasher should come with supply hose and waste hose. I'll bring fittings, isolation valve, and waste connectors. If you've got an old dishwasher already plumbed in, the existing connections usually work fine for the new one.
Will my kitchen be usable while you're working?
Mostly yes. I'll be working under the sink for some of it, so you can't use that tap for a bit. Rest of the kitchen's fine. Job only takes an hour to 90 minutes, then you're back to normal.
How do I know if the dishwasher will fit in my kitchen?
Standard dishwashers are 600mm wide, 600mm deep, and 820-870mm tall (adjustable feet). Measure your gap - if it's a standard 600mm kitchen unit space, it'll fit. Slimline dishwashers are 450mm wide for smaller kitchens.
Can you do integrated dishwashers with the door panel?
I can connect the plumbing and test it works. Fitting the kitchen door panel to the machine is usually a carpenter job (different fixings for different kitchens). I can do it but takes longer - worth asking when you book.
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