Dishwasher easy DIY Troubleshoot air gap backup. Solution to the backup problem. This video shows you things to look for when there is a backup in the airgap drain from the dishwasher. Air gap drain hose fix
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@tellysantos2392 Жыл бұрын
my girlfriend's dishwasher wasn't draining properly, i watched this video and was doubting that just cleaning that out would help the dishwasher drain properly, it was pretty gross stuff in the hose to the garage disposal lol i amazed how gross it was, i was amazed that a not so handy guy was able to do what was in the video. so after i put everything back together,she turned the dishwasher on & it drained 😊 I was very excited i was able to fix it....thank u so much for this video... u saved US from having to call a plumber...and most importantly my girlfriend was pleased 😊
@nemesis518822 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thank you for this video! I was banging my head against the wall trying to figure out why my dishwasher wouldn't drain and minutes away from calling the plumber. You saved me about $200 and my sanity 🤪
@daves85102 жыл бұрын
YEP! That was exactly the problem. I I kind of thought so but wasn't sure how to open the gap's tabs... till now. I often turn to KZfaq as a first resort to learn a fix, and this again is another success story. Thank you!
@freeindeed95082 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@TheCallistagee Жыл бұрын
My air gap was clogged. Thank you for this video
@monreyes49572 жыл бұрын
I saw another DIY and the guy used a coaxial cable. Hope it helps. Thanks for the demo!
@lorettatollefson7010 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you! You just saved us a few hundred dollars!
@SimpsonsRule173 жыл бұрын
Thank you for uploading this, it helped me fix my dishwasher not draining!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for watching my video.
@danielshannon1673 жыл бұрын
I say on another channel someone used coaxial cable, cut off the end and it's a great size to be pushed through without damaging because it's flexible
@enufots46213 жыл бұрын
LOL So, that's what that thing is called (Air gap) and it's purpose! Thanks!
@MO-vx3br2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making this video. I had checked and cleaned my filters checked all the hoses. And the dishwasher still wasn’t draining until I saw your video removing the top plastic piece off the air gap. I found a toothpick with some gunk wrapped around it. I removed it and my Dishwasher is draining properly now. Awesome video!!!!!
@ps21383 жыл бұрын
Yes, the air gap was my problem. I tend to put my sponges in the dishwasher to sanitize them, and a lot of small sponge pieces with some hair got stuck at the top of the air gap, preventing water from passing through the air gap to the drain. Needless to say, sponges will not be going into the dishwasher, any more. Thanks for your help! And thank you, Jesus.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You are most welcome. Thanks to Jesus for being my savior.
@user-hb2lh5dk1t Жыл бұрын
This saved me right before Christmas dinner. Ran a wire down both the air gap and the pipe to the dishwasher. Water sprayed everywhere, but it worked! Thank you!
@freeindeed9508 Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Enjoy your Christmas dinner.
@minoutv7347 Жыл бұрын
I can't hit the "Like" button repeatedly enough times! Thank you for creating this video. Will be off to the big box store to either get a pipe cleaner or some wire 👍🏻
@freeindeed9508 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, its people like you who make it all worth the time.
@minoutv7347 Жыл бұрын
@@freeindeed9508 You ill be pleased to know your technique worked! I tried it this evening once all the Thanksgiving dishes were loaded into the dishwasher. After preparing dishes the past four days, I was looking forward to a clean and tidy kitchen this evening. Even more things to be grateful for! 🥧🍁🧡🍁🥧
@michellesiciliano81013 жыл бұрын
Like how you show us the process to clear up this problem. Thank you!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
No problem! Thanks for watching.
@lvhao51052 жыл бұрын
Thank you. This video is helpful because it solved our problem. I should have watched it 4 days ago and before 6 trips to the hardware store and a dozen expensive purchases.
@isabelgv95353 жыл бұрын
Thank you so so much for the detailed video!!! The clog was exactly as you described and your instructions made it so easy to fix :)
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome! Have a good day.
@evmendes92833 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I fell like a pro already.
@starblazers012 жыл бұрын
Spoken & done like a true DYI'r!! Thx! 🔨👍
@ro33903 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My dishwasher wasn’t draining. This solved my problem.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Have a good day!
@scblaufuss421 Жыл бұрын
Great tutorial. I bent a 12 ga. RomeX copper wire to make a small hook. Went in thru the air gap and pulled out some fiber crud. Then I used a flexible trombone slide cleaning snake to run down the hose to the disposal. 😊😊 Glad my wife heard the water spray initially.
@lucassmiley599611 ай бұрын
I cannot thank you enough for making this video. My parents have had this exact same issue with their dishwasher for some time now. My mom's gonna be so happy..
@scottsnadow2330 Жыл бұрын
I knew what the problem was, had a good idea what the solution would be, but came here for some confirmation before diving in. I already had a "small drain" snake and used it: problem fixed in 60 seconds. Yay. Thanks!
@TheQuinones100 Жыл бұрын
I’m gonna try this I ain’t very handy
@AlohaFriends9 ай бұрын
THANK YOU!! This worked!! I made a makeshift tool similar to yours out of a wire hanger and a piece of t-shirt. It pushed out a huge goop of disgusting sludge and now it drains properly!
@jackxie8972 Жыл бұрын
I thought, for my dishwasher, it's the drain pump. I replaced it with two brand new ones and it just couldn't solve the problem til I saw this video! I opened the air gap and it is clogged very bad. After it's cleared, the dishwasher is up and running again with no draining issue. Thank you so much for reviving it (I almost throw it away😂)
@pisceswisces3182 жыл бұрын
Thanks VERY much for showing how to get the danged cap off. It's been driving me nuts.
@donbayan10572 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making and sharing this video. I followed the steps you did and it worked like magic. It sure saved me $$$. May you have many more blessings along the way
@freeindeed95082 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, glad it helped, have a good day.
@emulevu Жыл бұрын
Thank you for putting up this video, it really help me.
@freeindeed9508 Жыл бұрын
The pleasure is mine, glad it helped.
@rebeccamilkey92142 жыл бұрын
I used the coax cable and a power hose and it worked great at clearing the clog! thanks
@esojanacig92303 жыл бұрын
Another great tip, goes a long way! Thanks
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
Glad to help! Thanks for watching.
@SalemB4410 ай бұрын
Finally! Wow so glad I found this, my mom was about to call a plumber but this was 100% the issue. Thank you so much for such a concise step by step video on this, way easier of a fux than both of us were expecting haha 🙌
@SalemB4410 ай бұрын
Fix* hahaha
@truesonofliberty3267 Жыл бұрын
I am the Lord and approve of your good works.
@donnamisso16019 ай бұрын
Thank you for your video. I'm having a similar issue and I'll give your method a try.
@thehonestman262 жыл бұрын
Personally, I'd just recommend buying a new hose instead of cleaning it. They're about $7 and are supposed to be replaced periodically anyways.
@karint17554 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My dishwasher kept clogging, and I couldn't figure out why. I kept cleaning my drain hose out every couple weeks when it would clog, but then it would clog again.. Turns out my main clog was in the air gap, and this video helped me get it out. Much appreciated!
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thank you for watching my video.
@georgehughes25763 жыл бұрын
Good for you, brother! I didn't think it was going to work. LOL. But now I think I'm going to try it myself. Beats removing the hose altogether to clean. Thx.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, thanks for watching.
@fcaron87723 жыл бұрын
Great job man !! Thanks for the great vid,it saved me stress and money.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped, thanks for the compliment.
@lvhao51052 жыл бұрын
Is the author a woman ♀️?
@arielvspredator60023 жыл бұрын
This was exactly what I needed! Thank you so much. I know my gap is clogged, but had no clue how to remove it. Great video :)
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, glad it helped! Thank you for watching.
@mazaryousif86943 жыл бұрын
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@ik4kd7483 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I was wondering why my dishwasher was clogged and the little blockage was not removed from my new disposal. I took the hose off and punched it in and now it works perfectly! Thank you!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You are welcome! Thank you for watching.
@jmakhlouf422 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I was able to use a 2’ Cobra hair snake to loosen any debris (used on both ends). Then I plugged the outlet to the disposal with my finger and ran and cycled water through the upper gap, letting go before it overflowed each time. Gunk all flowed out with no hose disassembly. Running perfect now.
@peggyh8937 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks!
@scottwagner65903 жыл бұрын
Nice video, helped me figure out why water was coming out. I even checked the hose and that was clear. Did not know you could pop the top off like that. I did and there was a huge clump sitting in it.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Have a good day.
@lakechat69863 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, it helped solving my problem.
@DarkstarDarth3 жыл бұрын
I punched the cap off with a screwdriver and presto! After 4 months it’s fixed…lol😀👌🏼
@kpxiong33773 жыл бұрын
Love the advertisement at the end..! Gotta go get myself some copper wire now. Thanks.!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
Thanks, good luck!
@JennyJellyDonuts2 жыл бұрын
💯 Fixed by way of your video! Thank you! 🙏
@freeindeed95082 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@quanhongliu81692 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. After watching your video,wow, I can't fix it in ten minutes
@wentencel4 ай бұрын
Holy smokes I just found so much crud clogging up my air gap! I was able to pluck it out and I'm hopeful that's the end of my clogging issue for now 😅
@parejeda3 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful! Thank you!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You're so welcome! Have a good day.
@mylikedvideos46362 жыл бұрын
I was able to fix my dishwasher from this video. Lots of gunk built up. I don’t really use my washer a lot. This is the third time in 4 years. I can’t see how the gunk built up like that and a few cherry pots. .👍
@bobbieg93864 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this awesome video!!!! I had to make my pipe cleaner like you and it seemed to get out some gunk. Next time I run the dishwasher, I hope there is no backup in the airgap drain. This video really helped. Thank you for the detailed instructions!!
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching.
@lbennhtx60723 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. Helped me alot 🙏🏻
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for watching the video.
@Geteaseis2 жыл бұрын
You are the best!!!
@cincoy36792 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@richardcruz26303 жыл бұрын
Learned something from you thanks
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it, Thanks for watching.
@lcac3110 ай бұрын
Thanks it worked great.
@blackjack444....4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🙏 it helped !
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! I'm glad it helped.
@vinhphung3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the helpful video!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You are welcome, thanks for watching, and have a good day!
@SQUEEZEBS3 жыл бұрын
Amen Thank you. It helped! 👍
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@resarfekim2 жыл бұрын
My dishwasher stopped draining twice in the past couple months. Both times, I removed the hose from the dishwasher pump and blew air (from a strong air compressor) through the hose. That did the trick both times. It ever occurred to me to check the air gap. I just did, and there were 3 toothpicks popping up in the small hole! I guess that's where gunk was accumulating. I assumed the blockage was in the garbage disposal discharge hole. Gonna get me a pipe brush on amazon now!
@shinellegonzales3433 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Thank you for watching.
@briha3142 Жыл бұрын
I have the same dilemma, but I suspect the knockout plug in the disposal was NOT removed, as both hoses are clear and draining, so I will attempt to knock out the plug from the disposer, and hope that fixes my dilemma! Thanks for this video!
@kymsmythe45024 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@vv80742 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this!
@freeindeed95082 жыл бұрын
My pleasure!
@jessea.9268 Жыл бұрын
I saw elsewhere that one of the reasons that air gap hoses tend to clog like this is because they do not have a propper slope leading to the garbage disposal. The hose needs to be at a constant downward angle. In this video the hose clearly angles up into the garbage disposal. Shorten it if you want to avoid clogging..
@freeindeed9508 Жыл бұрын
Thank you, it most definitely does. I will get under there and shorten the hose to put it at the proper slope.
@user-ge2jx1yi6l7 ай бұрын
Thankyou sir I used a snake we are bone dry now !!
@R15592 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the fix… looked like chicken bones and sunflower seeds in the air gap…
@trumptorianguard46172 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! The 18 year old girls at the hardware store were unable to help me. Thanks
@libaaxalee3 жыл бұрын
Garbage disposal=heart, hose=artery, the clogged substance too much fat from fatty stuff that you ate in this case fast food :).
@alneg62343 жыл бұрын
You are already half way with taking the system apart. remove the air gap altogether take it ot the backyard and hose off all the gunk and you will have 100% opening good for 20 years
@titanniki4123 жыл бұрын
Exactly!!!
@johnnypetro9314 Жыл бұрын
Buy a cheap "trombone brush" -- vinyl coated flexible metal coiled wire with bristles on the end. Worked great for me.
@jamescc20102 жыл бұрын
What if someone just left the air gab dangling under kitchen sink? Will this cause leak? There is no hole drilled on granite countertop. I am thinking just to do a high loop and keep air gap vertical, or somehow cap or seal the air gap so drain water will go directly to a garbage disposal.
@scottbrown321 Жыл бұрын
just to add to help someone. The top of the filter inside the bottom of the whirlpool dishwasher has a piece on top of the filter. Mine was missing, and caused many clogging problems. The place I bought my dishwasher from, wanted to order a new filter for me, but I found it at half price online. Just fyi. Replacement filter should be under $30.
@jameslee1329Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. After fixing the air gap backup, I ran the rinse cycle and noticed a foamy water solution at the bottom of the dishwasher. Do you know if this is normal?
@bensnow71484 жыл бұрын
Good video. I found a splintered chicken bone in my air gap, caused the dishwasher to not drain. FYI the black rubber baffle in the disposal pulls out and reseals very easily. My sink smelled horrible until I removed and cleaned the baffle. Any cleaning effort with baking soda and vinegar or using ice would not get to the bottom of the baffle. I did not have to clean my tubing or the disposal port. It just my opinion but it most likely may have been easier to clean the tubing while it was still disconnected.
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm glad you got your problem fixed. Have a good day.
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
I just read all of the other information you provided, I missed it the first time. Thank you for all your help it is very useful information. Have a good one.
@toneofease3 жыл бұрын
Same, chicken bone with filler gunk clogged the end of the drain line. 😄
@anthonyg1968 Жыл бұрын
You should have removed that tube and either replaced it or removed it to clean it better. Then reinstall. They was you done it, will allow alot to adhere to the inner walls of the rubber tubing.
@philg4116 Жыл бұрын
Doesn't seem like you noticed the air-gap insert plug is asymmetrical, though you did put it back in the way it came out.
@airframer1204 жыл бұрын
I got an issue... when I disconnected the hose from the garbage disposal I was trying to look for any gunk but no luck coz it was close off
@gigirocks96034 жыл бұрын
Can you tell me about how long the push out wire was? The one you made with the cloth on the end to push the gunk out? I have a drain pusher, a plastic thingy from home depot that is flexible and i use it for hair in bathroom drain. I used that, but it doesn't seem to be long enough to come out for me to see it in the disposal. But I think i might have cleaned it anyway as I was moving it from both ends. So the length of the wire necessary to see it when it comes out into the garbage disposal? Thanks!
@freeindeed95084 жыл бұрын
The one I made is 3'-1" The length you need depends on the length of the hose from your air gap to your garbage disposer.
@chrisb39624 жыл бұрын
@@freeindeed9508 yikes, i have to make it longer. but i think i got it. i poured water down the hole by the air gap and it flowed right into the disposal so i think i got it cleaned out...
@donklaing3 жыл бұрын
Why didn't you clean out the debris in the dishwasher hook up at the disposer? And you never mentioned that the line coming from the dishwasher could be clogged as well. Good video just didn't seem complete. Maybe I will post the process for cleaning the lines to the dishwasher some day.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
I mainly wanted to show the buildup that occurs in that area, then show the method of cleaning it out from the air gap. That way people can just bypass taking that line off all together. Though I probably could have cleaned it better from where it connected at the disposer. Thanks for the thought on the line going from the dishwasher to the disposer being cleaned also, Have a good day and thanks for watching.
@aha6412 жыл бұрын
I used a clog removing plastic thing from inside sink and immediately to the right.
@Downbythesee Жыл бұрын
We don’t even use our dishwasher. But there is a smell coming from the drain hose. So, should we just run the dishwasher? It would our very first time running it. Because, I think that will clear the drain hose.
@CookiePepper Жыл бұрын
You can buy a dishwasher drain line cleaning brush.
@user-tz5sw7vf9q4 ай бұрын
My garbage disposal has something inside, how to remove it
@pinupcherrycoke3 жыл бұрын
I'm still having the same issue, I've cleaned the line and replaced my air gap 🙃 time for a plumber.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
You may want to check the hole size going into the garbage disposer itself where the hose connects. If that hole was not made big enough it could cause a backup. Good Luck and have a good day.
@freeindeed95083 жыл бұрын
I changed my moms garbage disposer recently, I had to pop that hole into the disposer myself and had to make sure it had a large enough diameter for proper water flow.
@tomkeller59483 жыл бұрын
dat kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iNdonad6xtGZhZ8.html is what we talkin bout
@rodneysmart97742 жыл бұрын
3:30 The hose to the garbage disposal is too long.
@freeindeed95082 жыл бұрын
I think I know what you are saying, I need to get rid of that low point by shortening the hose. That will help keep the buildup of stuff from settling there. Thanks for the information, have a good day.