Whirlpool Gold 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher: Ensure a deep and sanitized clean with this high-powered dishwasher. Its soil-sensing technology, along with a unique silverware spray mechanism, produces exceptionally clean dishes for a generous amount of family and guests.
We've owned this dishwasher since May of 2015 and after using a dishwasher for 20 years, it was time for a new one. The energy efficiency has changed and so has, unfortunately, the drying element inside. Remember the old dishwashers that the element inside could melt plastic? The Whirlpool heats but not that hot so consequently the door, utensil basket especially, remain wet. Plan on drying each piece of silverware off after cleaning. Also, you cannot access the drying feature independently to re-dry.
We've gotten used to not totally pre-washing before putting dishes into unit but we don't leave food caked on either. We've tested with dried on salad dressings and dried oatmeal. All cleaned well with a good detergent like Cascade (small candy looking packets.) Manufacturer suggests using a drying "rinse aid" to help drying but we'd rather not invest in that or use another chemical to achieve something the dishwasher should do already.
We love the dishwasher is quiet--big change from our one hundred twenty nine dollar dishwasher of 20 years ago!
So there you have it. Nice for the price but not a a great drying experience. (You could leave door open to let air dry. In that case just have patience!)
Whirlpool Gold 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher: Ensure a deep and sanitized clean with this high-powered dishwasher. Its soil-sensing technology, along with a unique silverware spray mechanism, produces exceptionally clean dishes for a generous amount of family and guests.
After 20 years we decided it was time for new dishwasher. (Had a Gibson basic model.) I spent a full week researching Consumer Reports, Best Buy verified reviews, other sites and this dishwasher ranked high with users. Bought it, installed and after 2 weeks have an opinion.
Pros: QUIET! Measured just 52 decibels from one foot away (quieter on other modes.) LOTS OF SPRAY POINTS. In door, top rack and elsewhere. No problem cleaning. ADJUSTABLE TOP RACK which is nice however the 4 clips can get in way of larger glasses in that area (just re-arrange to accommodate smaller space. Easy to adjust height too.
CONS: This dishwasher, even with the drying ring in bottom DOES NOT FULLY DRY THE TOP RACK OR THE SILVERWARE IN DOOR. To remedy this problem, leave silverware basket in bottom rack so it's over heating element instead of in the door. We use the HEAT setting on all washes. Only use the 1 hour wash as well. We left door closed for hours after and still did not dry all silverware or parts of glasses on top rack. We will not use a "rinse aid" chemical to dry what dishwasher should do with heating element. CANNOT ACCESS JUST HEAT CYCLE if you wanted to run heat again to dry. In addition, the dishwasher sides and door don't fully dry. LEAVE DOOR SLIGHTLY OPENED to allow air flow for evaporation.
All in all, love the nylon racks and styling. Clean looking front and based on price, consumer reports ratings ( EXCELLENT on WASHING, ENERGY USE and VERY GOOD on NOISE) we can recommend this dishwasher after 2 weeks of use. Update later after more use. Good luck!
Whirlpool Gold 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher: Ensure a deep and sanitized clean with this high-powered dishwasher. Its soil-sensing technology, along with a unique silverware spray mechanism, produces exceptionally clean dishes for a generous amount of family and guests.
Whirlpool Gold 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher: Ensure a deep and sanitized clean with this high-powered dishwasher. Its soil-sensing technology, along with a unique silverware spray mechanism, produces exceptionally clean dishes for a generous amount of family and guests.
How much is installation, delivery, etc.
What is the full cost of this dishwasher, including delivery and installation, and removal of the old dishwasher?
Whirlpool WDT 720 PADM was on sale for $449 at BEST BUY and then installed by our own personal plumber. However, Best Buy quoted about $125 or so to install and remove old dishwasher. Your price may vary.