Need some advice about dishwasher damage

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[/b]I agree with you 100%. The "beach house" vacation has become less about the beach and too much about the house.

I'm inclined to agree however, these are the times we live in....

Many guests have higher expectations these days - owners will need to accept that fact and adjust if they wish to charge premium rates IMO.
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[Beach Runner]

We have replaced both of the dishwashers at Conch Out within five years. They really get a workout with the renters, lots of overloading and door slamming, etc. We have always purchased Kenmore dishwashers from Sears and it's a good idea to have those maintenance agreements on appliances in rental homes. (We'd never accept one here.) But I would never put an expensive appliance in a rental house...just not appreciated or taken care of.

Sounds like your renters clearly caused this problem and I would charge them at least part of the cost of the repair. Beachrunner, sounds like your management company is not doing their job.

I think the houses are taking a beating this summer, for some reason, and the management companies (including rental, pool service, etc.) are overloaded with accounts so not doing the job as well. Just a sense. I am also sensing that people are demanding more (even if your rents are reasonable) and this was confirmed by our management company. They say there has never been more kvetching from renters than this summer. I hate to say it, but I think some of the newcomers to SoWal are really stretching to rent these places and coming in expecting absolute perfection and luxury. I mean, it's a beach house, folks!

Good points, Donna. Thanks.

Sorry I didn't answer sooner. I've been recovering from an outpatient procedure. My physician had to give me four hits of Versed to tranquilize me (who, me? hyper?:funn: ), and, along with the Demerol, I was stoned for a couple of days. I couldn't even focus enough to read the message board, much less reply to it.

 

[Mango]

Good points, Donna. Thanks.

Sorry I didn't answer sooner. I've been recovering from an outpatient procedure. My physician had to give me four hits of Versed to tranquilize me (who, me? hyper?:funn: ), and, along with the Demerol, I was stoned for a couple of days. I couldn't even focus enough to read the message board, much less reply to it.

Hope your feeling better! I used to get excited when I found out things were broken or damaged. Not anymore. Not worth it.
As far the as the dishwasher, the only incident I had with that is someone put dish soap in and I had the soap opera from hell that had to be cleaned up. :funn: Mine is about 7 years old, so I see I am lucky so far.

 

[tiberiu]

A 7 years old dishwasher? I usually change appliance parts once every 2-3 years from the date that the specific item was bought.

 

[elgordoboy]

A 7 years old dishwasher? I usually change appliance parts once every 2-3 years from the date that the specific item was bought.

Haha..had me reading a 2 year old post on dishwashers.

 

[tebo]

I usually..... or make that always wait until a part goes bad before I replace it... ofcourse I don't buy WhirlPool appliances.

 

[Linda]

We've got the low end Bosch, and I love it! Excellent at getting dishes washed, and extremely quiet as well. (our kitchen opens up to our living room, so we really notice the noise difference) You can probably get around the rinse agent refill problem by leaving the renters a box of 3-in-1 dishwasher tablets that already contain the rinse agent rather than using normal powder. We get good results that way, and I don't think renters would appropriate dishwasher tabs too often.

I'm another one that has the low end Bosch and I love it!!

 

[Outta the box]

I'm so sorry you are dealing with this BR.

I would recommend a low-end Bosch. They are quiet and reliable machines, better than the Kitchenaid. The only thing is the Euro machines like Bosch really do rely on the rinse agent to dry them properly, and you can't depend on your renters or your management company to refill the rinse agent when it needs to be done, even if you keep a big bottle on hand. But if you are able to make it down every couple of months, it shouldn't be a big deal. Otherwise -- Bosch is a great choice. I've had three. (Different houses!) Maytag and Frigidaire are evil. Stay away. I hate our Frigidaire at the beach house.

I would definately agree with the Bosch! We have had one for 6yrs. and moved from our old place and didn't take our appliances, and now have a loud, noisy Dishwasher. grrrr, But, Bosch would be the one for us! They clean well, easy to use, and are very tough!

 

[Minnie]

I have a GE, and I like it alot. But I am not an abuser of appliances so can't attest to the strength of it under duress.

I do know that Disney puts all GE appliances in the Disney Vacation Club and those units stayed booked year round, almost daily. Lots of wear and tear.

 

[waterst1]

I've seen some pretty good ratings on Maytag. Anyone have any exterience with GE? Or Frigidaire (other than TFT's bad experience)? We had a GE for many years with absolutely no problems, but don't know if they're any good any more.

pmd8, you're right that a knob would be better than an electronic panel. That's what went out on our last one, and even the appliance repairman said the old-school controls last longer. When we call them tomorrow, I'll have to ask if they have anything with a stainless steel front that doesn't have an electronic control panel.

I do hate to spend even more money on a Bosch or hassle with needing special plumbing.

I really wish the KitchenAid wasn't flaky - I'd prefer everything matching since they're virtually side by side. Oh, well.

Thanks again for all of your input.

BR I have GE in 6 of my houses and they have been good, except the electronic panel on the one in the house I live in has burned out before and it was expensive to replace. No problems with the door or hinges though.