Washer, Dishwasher and Dryer Maintenance Checklist for Riyadh Homes
Regular care reduces faults and smells and extends the life of all three appliances. This is a simple checklist organized by how often to do each task.
Published by Automatic Washing Machine Repair · Last updated: October 2026
This page is part of our guide to automatic washing machine repair in Riyadh.
Maintenance table
| How often | Washing machine | Dishwasher | Dryer |
|---|---|---|---|
| After every use | Leave the door and drawer slightly open | Scrape large food scraps before loading | Clean the lint filter |
| Weekly | Wipe the door seal | Check that the spray arms are not blocked | Empty the water tank if it is a condenser dryer |
| Monthly | Clean the pump filter and the detergent drawer | Rinse the bottom filter | Check the exhaust duct for kinks |
| Every 1 to 3 months | Run an empty hot cycle with a washing machine cleaner | Run a hot cleaning cycle and refill salt and rinse aid when needed | — |
| Yearly | Check the hoses for cracks | Check the door seal and hoses | Clean the exhaust duct and condenser fully |
Scale from hard water
If your tap water leaves a white film on taps and glass in your home, use dishwasher salt and rinse aid, and clean the parts as each manual describes to reduce scale build-up.
When to call a technician
- A leak that continues.
- A burning smell.
- Water that will not drain even after cleaning the filter.
- A drum that will not turn, or an unusual noise.
Summary
Simple, regular care costs less than repairing a major fault. If a fault appears, call us for a home visit with a 30-day warranty on parts and labor. Also read: how to clean a washing machine and dishwasher repair.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick tasks after every use or weekly, filters monthly, deep cleaning every one to three months, and a full check once a year.
It can build up on heating parts and spray arms and reduce performance, so salt, rinse aid and cleaning as the manual describes help.
For a continuing leak, a burning smell, water that will not drain, or a drum that will not turn.
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