Install a dishwasher for the first time - Step by step instructions

Install a dishwasher for the first time. If it's time for new appliances and you're wondering how to install a dishwasher, this video is for you. Watch as I explain each step in the dishwasher installation process. If you have an existing machine that needs to be removed you'll understand how to do that as well after watching this video.
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[@diondrafryer]

This is such a well detailed video! Saved me money and gave me the confidence to tackle home projects.

[@karenshlemkevich2591]

Super super helpful! Thanks for not leaving anything out! I wouldn't have thought to look for cutlines on the box! Thanks!

[@Perpenergy]

Just wanted to say thank you for your very thorough walkthrough. We were just going to get a new dishwasher and had decided to look into how the drain line is supposed to be run since our current dishwasher would no longer drain. Long story short, 2 years ago I had replaced the garbage disposal and thanks to your video, realized I had neglected to remove the plug. We saved 500-1000$ and now have a working dishwasher thanks to you! Keep up the good work and you are appreciated!

[@vanessamonterroso7364]

I don't know why I thought it would be hard to install a dishwasher but you explained everything so easy. So when I buy my house in the future I will be able to do this on my own. I'm a single mom and you made this look super easy. 👌

[@HomeSource]

You made my day. Thanks for the comment and I wish you the best of luck!

[@maddymiller9349]

I got a dishwasher this video is top quality hits 👌 from me amazing love it xxxx

[@Deeleeshush]

Thank you so much for detailed video and taking your time. My dishwasher has been sitting in the corner for over a month waiting for some dude to come help me. Man bunk that !!!!#girlpower Thanks so much for your help

[@dimwitsadvocate6264]

This video put a lot of my concerns at ease. Thank you for this detailed instruction!

[@mrb4318]

really liked how you took your time to go in detail and not go too fast. great job. sorry bout the cut hope it healed fast.

[@axelord4ever]

Thanks. I'm looking to install a 24in dishwasher in my apartment and this resolved a good many of my questions that weren't getting answered anywhere else. Most other installation guides out there are really _replacement_ guides, which helped me none when I was looking at a fresh install. I'll probably cut in both drain and inlet line holes somewhat close together and do a high loop with the drain line inside my old cabinets. Also need to modify some PVC plumbing in there, but I've got experience in that.

[@tetecd7794]

“Not a good explanation” he says after giving great easy to interpret explanations....

[@a.klarkeheinecke2385]

Excellent! I am encouraged to do this myself. Very thorough and logical.

[@jassengel]

I am looking forward to get my own house and move in, in my country dishwashers aren't that famous, most dishes would get washed by hands but I do want to get one for my kitchen, most stores would sell dishwashers but they don't install them, very nice video!!

[@angelasmith6526]

I just wanted to say thank you for you detailed video!!! I'm a single mom and you just saved me around a $300 installation fee!! Because of your detailed video, I felt confident in installing my dishwasher myself!!

[@HomeSource]

Love it! Great job!

[@dialdude]

Yep, this video saved my daughter $250. install charge....... cause dad did it for her, using this video. Thanks.

[@kingcolgate5007]

That’s so much simpler than I originally had thought, great tutorial!

[@aliciamackey8213]

Great detailed description. I’m ready to install mine now lol

[@Cholosgirl2310]

Excellent video, I’m going to buy a dishwasher today and after watching this feel confident that we can save a couple hundred bucks from a professional installer thank you for sharing

[@HomeSource]

Glad I could help. Good luck with the installation!

[@AA_Tactical.]

@VANDE MATRAM hot side

[@maydanlex]

Great instructional video… very helpful

[@bluegreenalge]

Great totorial. Thanks a million.

[@JudgmentDay78692]

Very well explained thanks

[@geraldflanigan2309]

Super helpful video, but....pro tip, turn your pliers around so you can actually get a good grip and not have to struggle with getting that last little umph when tightening.

[@situationroom3090]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 I’m confident I can do it now. I wish you can do a vid about disposal too.

[@mpmonzon]

excellent and very helpful ! Even with an accidental cut!

[@Aliw22]

Beautiful Presentation Thankyou for the Cc . God bless you & your team.

[@EM-ej7qm]

Your video is very good...I'm just wondering where to connect it if you didn't have a garbage disposal.

[@HomeSource]

You’ll need to get a special sink drain with a nipple to connect to. Just go to the hardware store and explain what you’re doing and they’ll be able to help you. Good luck!

[@davidgilley1179]

Nice job! Very helpful.

[@anthonytran7566]

Thanks good job with the cut.

[@kenepperson904]

Thank you, that was very helpful.

[@loriesoliwoda-truong]

Great video! Thank you! You might want to plug in the dishwasher before the final push in to make sure it lights up ;D

[@johnbowes6901]

Beautiful demo well done

[@trevormein4026]

This was very helpful. Thanks for sharing as confident to DIY

[@scottglasco5267]

Great help. Thanks!

[@kf5072]

"If you don't have a garburater you can connect it to..."...oh come on!!!!

[@rc22390]

Lmfao!!!! Yesssss!!!

[@chelseagirl1253]

Yes! I was waiting for the answer!!

[@edithhelbert7613]

Aaaaaaargh!!!!!

[@AdonusDaDon]

I’m still waiting on the answer 😂

[@ztarkey7885]

Connect it directly to your drain

[@mamaGentle]

Thank you so much! I am following your video installing my dishwasher. I need a "T" for my water line so I can connect, but I'm nearly finished thanks to you! . PS do tge sides of the dishwasher go behind the cabinet or act like a flange on the sides?

[@sydneylove3545]

Great tutorial!

[@blackboard212]

Hey this was a rly good video man gave it a like thanks for the quality tutorial

[@TS-rd7oy]

Thank you great video. Will allow me to save a lot of money.

[@mikeybenchmarks9291]

Great video! Question: I’m installing a dishwasher into an old house that has no disposal and never had a dishwasher in it before. I was going to ask where to connect the drain..

[@coreypage8715]

Yeah same! It cut off when he said that…

[@sangokudbz79]

You would need to have or install a "dishwasher wye" where the sink drain line is

[@HeyStripes]

3:43 - tip the what? LoL thanks for the walk through! Good stuff

[@jasonparkinson7621]

Very helpful. Gracias! 👍

[@OrlandoRodriguez-lo2vp]

good job 👍

[@davidtoney9933]

Nicely done .... you stopped mid-sentence on what you would do if you DON'T have a garbage disposal .. would you please elaborate? Thank you.

[@HomeSource]

They make a sink drain that has a fitting for a dishwasher hose to connect directly to. Ask at the hardware store and they’ll be able to show you what you need.

[@bingiroyvlogs7753]

👍great job love the info

[@barbaralacouture4216]

Nice, I can now do this myself. I have all the parts. The drain hose goes through the hole of the right side of the insolation sheet and then snaps on the right side of the dishwasher.😃

[@grasscutter1963]

Nice job on showing this. I’m in the middle of replacing my old dishwasher and came into a major jam. Apparently the flooring in this kitchen has been added to one to many times and the flooring is literally so high that the dishwasher can’t come out and that’s even with screwing the feet adjusters all the way up 😡😡. I guess I’m getting a new flooring in this kitchen as well 😥😥😥

[@sarahsmith2156]

Same problem! We have laminate that was installed over the linoleum, blocking in the dishwasher. The guys delivered the new one and couldn't install it! Honestly, we just chipped away just enough of the plank where the feet were to squeeze it out, and the bottom plate of the new dishwasher covers it right up! We plan on doing a remodel someday anyway so not to worried.

[@llemmon]

You have to remove the flooring underneath the dishwasher, only option

[@KH-zd5iv]

Top man perfect Info well done thanks.

[@mikezieg80]

I do not have the outlet in the wall like you do. The old one was hardwired. Can I put in a standard 15amp outlet in my wall? Or can I plug it into the garbage disposal outlet. 1 plug is for the pwr switch for disposal.The other side of outlet is always hot. I want to plug my dishwasher into that side.

[@donhunter4752]

Worth every minute

[@hemantdixit9]

Thank you for this video. I think you have left a free entry for mice, behind the dishwasher, just noticed @ 22.49

[@HomeSource]

Ha that’s true! If there are mice in the house they will always find a way into the kitchen no matter what you do!

[@toneterrones7984]

Your awesome bro

[@billfeldman3234]

Way to go Nice JOB!!!

[@pstori]

Amazing! Very helpful. I feel like I can go ahead and install my new dishwasher!! Do you need the blanket? I threw it away already!! 😅

[@qasion]

If I don't have an outlet where I am going to position my dishwasher, can I install an outlet by taking a feed from another outlet close by?

[@smash72cutlass30]

It’s code to now have the dishwasher cord and plug connected. It also requires a GFCI receptacle. It’s better if the GFCI receptacle is under the sink for better accessibility. Reason for cord and plug is so the dishwasher can be serviced with a line of site electrical disconnect. Tech can now simply unplug unit to service. If GFCI trips for any reason easy to access under sink to reset. In fact all appliances now need to be cord and plug connected including ovens.

[@davidhornbeck1470]

Do I need to use pipe tape for all the plumbing connections?

[@juancampos5683]

Awesome! 👍🏼

[@marvb67]

Great video dude! I especially love it at the end when you went to turn it on, and you still had the brochures and tags still hanging. I did have a question, and this is just me, but could you use plumbers' tape at all of those water-tight connections?

[@HomeSource]

Those are all compression fittings designed to be used without tape. None needed and the tape may actually interfere with the seal. Thanks for watching!

[@smash72cutlass30]

Not necessary on any plastic fittings

[@davidhornbeck1470]

Please excuse the silly question, but why wouldn’t the supply hose be on top and the drain hose be on the bottom?

[@locutus99]

Is it to code to hsve an outlet in the same cavity as the dishwasher ?

[@c0pyimitati0n]

I want to install a new dishwasher but I'm a bit confused. Basically where your stove is sitting is where I want to install my dishwasher. I have a open spot next to my sink, but there is no cabinet or countertop. How do I extend my laminate countertop for this? Do I just install an end panel and cut a piece of countertop? I understand it'll have a small seam but that's ok..

[@ev9294]

thank you....

[@kamiperzsi7495]

Hi Adam, are you using that on a 12/2 or 14/2 ? My GE dishwasher wants me to hardwire it to the line but I'd rather put a plug on it. I was going to run a 12/2 yellow romex but can not find a 20 amp dishwasher plug for it.. only a 16 gauge/13 amp What do you suggest ?

[@HomeSource]

12/2 is typical. If you have power behind the dishwasher you can install an outlet then run a plugged cord from the outlet to the dishwasher. You should be able to find cords in the appliance section. Otherwise hardwiring will work just fine too if you don’t want to install an outlet. It’s actually easier that way if you don’t have an outlet currently . Good luck!

[@andigarcia8205]

I just got the same dishwasher and my cabinet measure 24" exact but this dishwasher is 24" at hinges(where those 2 black rubber sleeves are, one on each side), it would not go into box. Its 23-3/4" to 23-5/8" wide everywhere, only wider at hinges. Sucks!!

[@rachelwillis1789]

Thank 🎉You

[@dachicagoan8185]

24:45 so you removed the screws and the brackets?

[@tarikuatesfaiye182]

Tank you so much

[@AidanSkoyles]

lol; good ole scratch on the floor there. always put the dishwasher on the cardboard from the box when sliding it in to avoid scratching the floor.

[@malynd456]

Did I miss where to hook up the drain w/o a disposal?

[@vettriley675]

Will your wiring pass inspection or is it up to code. I am new at this 🙃

[@HomeSource]

It passes around here. Good luck!

[@jasmineamorgan]

Does the drain line always have to be on top or can it be installed in the bottom?

[@HomeSource]

It should really be at the top to ensure it drains properly and doesn’t get clogged.

[@pamelahughes8802]

One more question. You water supply line comes down near the bottom. Why isn't it hooked to the angle on to wall?

[@HomeSource]

Not sure I completely understand your question, but the flexible water line can run about anywhere. I don't attach it to the wall because it needs to be loose so there's room to move the DW in and out of the opening.

[@timnew1111]

Good video...just missing everything I needed. Like plumbing??? Like what if I don't have a garbage disposal...gets cut at that point??? How do I install a water feed to the dish washer??? Oh well I guess it's hard to cover everything.

[@madhusudananantharamaiah7235]

What should be the height of kitchen counter top to in corporate dish washer

[@blackboard212]

Idk the height per say but all dishwashers tend to be around 85cm high and u need atleast 60cm depth and width

[@saraahrens3221]

You don't need plumbers tape connecting the plumbing lines? It won't leak?

[@HomeSource]

Nope. Those are compression fittings. No tape needed.

[@katherinerobles789]

Is the green cord necessary? I took apart the old one and it wasn't connected. This new one doesn't have green connect

[@HomeSource]

Yes. The green wire is the ground. You’ll want to make sure that is hooked up. If there isn’t a green wire on the dishwasher there should be a screw inside the metal electrical box you can attach the ground wire to.

[@Elin-Esteem84]

At 1st i thought ur stove n dishwasher were blue, i thought what a pretty color, then i realized it was just the film over the stainless ...lol

[@djmindx12]

The manufacturer says to put all holes in the cabinet within 3 inches from the floor for all supply and drain lines. Can you explain why you put yours so high?

[@HomeSource]

That may vary by manufacturer but I’ve always seen that drain should be as high as possible to avoid having a “belly” in the line where food will build up and cause a clog. The supply can run anywhere.

[@0rnery]

I'm not an electrician, but a little concerned about the electrical. First of all, who hacked that box into the wall? Good Lord! :-) Secondly, if you're not hard wiring it, that box should be accessible under the sink, preferably with a GFCI outlet, ideally on its own circuit. Otherwise, looks... Functional.

[@HomeSource]

No idea who installed that box. It wasn’t me! No need for gfci under there, and pretty sure it doesn’t need to be accessible. Dedicated circuit I agree!

[@silekiernanphotography]

I couldn't help it, just kept getting distracted by that outlet. It looks like it was punched through with a hammer. I wouldn't want my dishwasher installed without the electrician coming back and fixing that. Then I'd fire him or her.

[@donaldmckendree1855]

I'm not sure how to connect the mounting brackets for the counter top version.

[@HomeSource]

If you have granite or some other type of solid surface tops they make an adhesive backed bracket you can stick under the counter to secure the DW to. If you have laminate/Formica tops any type of screw will work.

[@tigertrout99]

If you don't have a garbage disposal you can connect it to ...... lol ... it cut out.. My house was built in 1920. There is no plug under the cabinet gotta cut into the wall to find a power line. And I'm guessing I'm replacing stuff under the sink so this can connect.

[@chavlicek92]

Is it just me or does that outlet being so close to the ground make you nervous as well? What if the dishwasher starts leaking and the water gets into the outlet? Maybe I'm paranoid with water hookups...

[@TheChaztor]

If you have two inches of water on your kitchen floor you will have a lot more to worry about. : )

[@K.Rammey]

I need help, please! I live in an apartment. Old dishwasher was not working. After a week of phone calls, maintenance came out and replaced the dishwasher. There was no water running, but the electric parts of the cycle worked. I did not find this out until 8 pm on a Friday. Monday, maintenance came out. I can hear water running at certain points, and hear it draining, but the dishes are not getting clean. I am not mechanically inclined, but from what I have watched on some videos everything appears to be hooked up. There is some condensation on the inside of the dishwasher, but that is it. Any advice??

[@HomeSource]

Id check to make sure the shutoff valve on the water line going to the dishwasher is turned on. That’s my best guess.

[@K.Rammey]

@HomeSource it seems to be connected to the hot water that also goes to the sink. When I turn the know for that, the water in the sink works. Is that the valve that you mean?

[@vettriley675]

I have had my new dishwasher sitting in the kitchen for a year, Just a little nervous about my old plumbing, But I may be able to do everything but plumbing part. I have old compression shut off that need to be replaced. My old waterline to the dishwasher is copper not flexible.

[@HomeSource]

Don't be afraid to tear into it. It's really not too bad of a project. Hire a plumber to replace the shut off and get you set up to use a flexible supply line and you'll be off to the races. Good luck!

[@vettriley675]

Thanks for the encouragement.

[@tracymaurer1412]

31:41 if you don’t have a garbage disposal you can actually connect it to what?

[@HomeSource]

They make a sink drain tail piece that includes a small fitting for the dishwasher hose. Ask at any hardware state and they should be able to set you up. Good luck!

[@tracymaurer1412]

@@HomeSource awesome, thank you!

[@josjo8574]

I wish you would have the camera closer :/ good directions….:)

[@mmeooow]

youthink doing it yourself is better than paying 187$ for home depot to do it? I need a new one bc i actidentally broke the thing at the bottom of the washer that spins and washes the dishes...so im looking for a site to buy parts. but it seems easy to install yourself

[@markfremling8560]

Might want to hook up your electrical, due to the appearance that it was behind the dishwasher.

[@xotiikqueenznena]

What if we don’t have a garbage disposal 😦 where do we connect it?

[@HomeSource]

You can get a drain pipe with a fitting made to accept the dishwasher drain hose. Anyone working the plumbing department at a home improvement store should be able to show you what you need. Good luck!

[@calvinevans8305]

12:31 white wire is hot, black is neutral, and green is ground right?

[@HomeSource]

Black is hot white is neutral

[@calvinevans8305]

@@HomeSource thanks for that.

[@abdulnasser1186]

So you connect only the hot water to the dishwasher becouse that wasn't mentioned

[@HomeSource]

Correct. Hot water only to the dishwasher.

[@666Troll999]

Why did you call it a Refrigerator? I see the Range is new, maybe you are doing frig. next.

[@pamelahughes8802]

You are so careful and do everything just right, so why are your electrical outlets so sloppy or never finished off, just a big gapping hole? Also, do you always put floor under the dishwasher? My kitchen was built in 1977 and the thick tile floor is up to the dishwasher and the cabinets but they didn't put it under the cabinets. Is that a mistake? IF it leaks, the water won't contact the wooden subfloor because the floor is protecting it? RIght?

[@HomeSource]

Good questions Pamela. I make sure anything visible looks perfect. However, behind a dishwasher I don't worry about it. The box behind the dishwasher was that way when I found it so I just left it. In 15 years when someone replaces the dishwasher they'll see it, but until then no one will ever be bothered by it. I do typically put flooring under dishwashers, or atleast the front foot or so. It's not critical I just want to make sure I don't have any visible gaps. With your tile, I'd say they did it right by going up to the cabinets. Personally I would tile under the front of the diswasher IF there's enough room. Tile and underlayment are pretty thick so they may have done that to ensure the DW would still fit into the hole. I'd say water isn't really a consideration. If you have a leak it won't matter if there's flooring or not, you will have damage regardless. Hope that helps!

[@pamelahughes8802]

@@HomeSource Yes! Thanks so much. I had a huge garbage disposal leak and maybe faucet leak. I hired a handyman who put in disposal but took out everything. I am putting it back together and your info is really helpful. One more question. We discovered that who ever built the house put the electrical plug for garbage disposal behind the dishwasher so we had to pull the electrical cord thru whole and plug behind the dishwasher. Then plug dishwasher under sink. Otherwise we couldn't use switch to turn on garbage disposal. Also no gfi plugs. Would that be hard to fix or should I just assume no one will be down there again for years? Thanks again.

[@dddd-ci2zm]

The Mice just thanked you for giving them a doorway into that tasty wiring under the dishwasher

[@kimberlyterpening3887]

Mine is hardwired from 1970 omg. Not sure if I can do this on my own lol

[@HomeSource]

Being hardwired is very common and the process is pretty much the same, just be sure you locate and turn off the breaker before you attempt to disconnect the wires!

[@kimberlyterpening3887]

@@HomeSource so it has power I hooked that up in the front. There was a green a white and a black think..I got a ground plug n just connected those. Thing is no water?? My garbage disposal is broke. So I have it hooked up on that. Is there another way??

[@kimberlyterpening3887]

I didn't use the metal plate that came with the power plug I bought. Think that would make a difference

[@bethmelshoesmith4160]

Video says refrigerator at 3:29

[@ryanlarocca3648]

At 5:50, why did you use the channel locks backwards?

[@bobbyscott8322]

So no air gap was needed?

[@HomeSource]

I’m not sure where you’re referring to, but no air gap is needed around a dishwasher

[@kevinmd77]

“If you don’t have a garbage disposal you can actually connect it to the”? You started talking about this at 31:37 in the video but it cuts out and skips over it.

[@williecunningham3725]

You might have been caught up in the moment because you said you like to lay the refrigerator on it’s back while laying the dishwasher on it’s back🤭😁😁😄😄😄. It’s okay

[@frogfoot198]

Wago 221 connectors are 10 times better than wire nuts.

[@raytonwhite4187]

Connect it to your what ?

[@619Al]

Both times you used the channellocks to tighten water supply line, you held them in the wrong direction. If you flip the tool, you apply leverage on the handle which makes the tool bite better and use less grip strength

[@TheRealWickedMelon]

Lol I'm sure he can handle using a tool, dude. You need a life.

[@wadescronce1577]

you hooked it to the hot water, but you didn't mention that. Always use hot? Also, you didn't finish with the without a garbage disposal. Also, you already had the water line ready to hook up, you didn't explain how to put that T in the hot water line to create that hook up.

[@HomeSource]

Correct, always to hot for a dishwasher. To hook up the drain line without a garbage disposal, you can buy a special down tube that goes from your sink to the drain pipe. The down tube has a nipple your dishwasher will connect too. For the supply fitting I'd recommend you go to a hardware store and explain what you're doing and someone in the plumbing department should be able to assist pretty easily. They can show you the drain tube I'm talking about too. Sorry for leaving out those details. Good luck!