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Dishwasher with Built-In Garbage Disposal
Dishwasher with a Built-In Water Softener
Dishwasher with a Special Silverware Basket
Dishwasher with a Silverware Rack
Dishwasher with Steam Capability
Dishwasher with a Sanitize Cycle
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If your old dishwasher is starting to give out, it’s time to buy a new one. Modern dishwashers come with a variety of features that make cleaning your cookware easy. You can choose specific options based on your lifestyle, like bottle jets for your reusable water bottles or a sanitization cycle if you need a maintain a germ-free household. Many dishwashers have multiple useful features that make cleaning up a breeze. Use this dishwasher buying guide to learn about the top products on the market and find the best built-in dishwasher for your home.
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Dishwashers have become more durable over the years, especially with the incorporation of garbage disposals. These dishwashers save both time and water by eliminating the need to pre-rinse cookware. All you need to do is scrape the food off and place your plates on the racks. While this feature is becoming more common across built-in dishwasher models, high-end brands tend to have better disposal options.
GE 24" Stainless Steel Built-In Dishwasher
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The GE Built-In Dishwasher stands out as a leading model, especially for those seeking a dishwasher with an integrated garbage disposal feature. The Piranha™ hard food disposer is designed to pulverize food before draining it. This innovative feature ensures a more efficient and effective cleaning process, making it an excellent choice for any modern kitchen.
★ GE Model GDT226SSLSSCustomer Reviews ★
Read customer reviews to see what people think about this dishwasher. One person writes:
“We needed a new dishwasher but didn't need all the bells and whistles like the old one had. This was perfect.”
Dishwasher with a Built-In Water Softener
If you live in a home with hard or unclean water, you might want to invest in a built-in dishwasher that has a water softener. This is considered an advanced feature, which means you might need to buy a high-end model if you want it. However, the long-term benefits to your dishes will be worth it when you no longer have to clean off grime left by your hard water.
Fisher & Paykel Series 7 24" Stainless Steel Double DishDrawer Dishwasher
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Featuring a unique design with a built-in water softener, this Fisher & Paykel Dishwasher offers dual compartments for versatile use. It's ideal for small loads, using just one drawer, or you can utilize both for larger dishwashing needs, underscoring its luxury and practicality.
★ Fisher & Paykel Model DD24DCHTX9 N Customer Reviews ★
This is a highly-rated appliance with positive reviews. One person says:
“I like the ability of using one drawer at a time and having the additional drawer when guests are over.”
Dishwasher with a Special Silverware Basket
Almost any appliance, regardless of price, will come with a dishwasher silverware rack. However, some dishwashers have more advanced models that make handling them easier. You might find a dishwasher with 3rd rack for uniquely shaped utensils or a dishwasher with a removable basket that makes unloading forks, spoons, and knives easier.
GE 24" Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Top Control Built-In Dishwasher
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This GE Built-In Dishwasher stands out in the built-in dishwasher category. Its unique features include a silverware basket with specialized jets, ensuring thorough cleaning of utensils. The basket also doubles as a removable caddy, adding to the convenience and guaranteeing spotless cutlery after every wash, truly reflecting GE's excellence in dishwasher design.
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Dishwasher with a Silverware Rack
Silverware racks are often preferred by home cooks that use a variety of utensils. You might need to clean your tongs after flipping chicken wings and wash a spatula after making a delicious dipping sauce. These bulky, unusually sized items can be placed on the top rack instead of getting shoved in with the cutlery.
KitchenAid 24" Stainless Steel with Printshield Built-In Dishwasher
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This model by KitchenAid comes with a third rack along with an adjustable middle rack. This allows you to customize your dishwasher based on each load of dishes. You can create space for bulky pots and pans or leave space for your wine glasses.
★ KitchenAid Model KDTE204KPS Customer Reviews ★
This is a highly-rated KitchenAid dishwasher. One customer says:
“It is worth every penny! It cleans great, the upper rack is easy to adjust even when it is full of dishes, and the third level utensil rack can fit all of our silverware and utensils.”
Dishwasher with Steam Capability
The creation of the steam dishwasher is relatively new, but this design concept is quickly growing in popularity. Steam breaks apart cooked-on food, reducing the need for scrubbing or excess water. It is an eco-friendly option and a more effective way to clean your dishes. This feature is often found in high-tech and high-end appliances.
LG 24" PrintProof Stainless Steel Built-In Dishwasher
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The TrueSteam® system used by this LG dishwasher is a great example of how this feature works. Not only does the steam penetrate food residue, thoroughly cleaning your dishes, but it also eliminates water spots by 60%.
★ LG Model LDP6810SS Customer Reviews ★
Several customers have positive things to say about this dishwasher. One person writes:
“We bought this dishwasher almost two months ago and we love it! It is easy to load and has plenty of adjustable features to accommodate all types of dishware!”
Dishwasher with a Sanitize Cycle
If you are worried about germs in your home, look into a dishwasher that has a sanitizing cycle. This option makes the water hot enough to kill any potential bacteria that could linger on your cookware. This is particularly important if you have small kids in your home with growing immune systems.
GE Profile 24" Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Built-In Dishwasher
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This GE Profile dishwasher sanitize cycle uses steam to kill germs while also removing cooked-on food from your plates and bowls. Look for a sani-rinse dishwasher from GE if you want this particular cycle.
★ GE Model PDT755SYRFS Customer Reviews ★
This is also a top-rated appliance by GE. One buyer writes:
“This dishwasher is so quiet I hardly know it's on. Plenty of space with adjustable racks. Cleans extremely well. Love it.”
Dishwasher with Eco Mode
There are multiple ways to shop for dishwashers if you care about energy efficiency. You can look for an Energy Star dishwasher, which is a standard feature of many top brands, or you can look for appliances with eco-mode. This mode uses less water and energy to clean your dishes and is often meant for lighter loads with less-soiled cookware.
Maytag Eco Series 24" Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel Top Control Built-In Dishwasher
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This eco-friendly dishwasher by Maytag (MDTS4224PZ) comes with a powerful fan to dry the dishes. This means the appliance is less reliant on heat to evaporate the water on your cookware. There are multiple wash levels to choose from, including the water-conserving eco-mode.
Dishwasher with Bottle Jets
Reusable water bottles are a great way to cut back on your single-use plastic consumption while staying hydrated. However, these bottles aren’t easy to clean. In response, more companies are producing models with bottle jets that get deep into the bottle. You can also look into a dishwasher with bottle jets if you have a baby in your home.
GE 24" Stainless Steel Built-In Dishwasher
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Check out this product by GE if you want a dishwasher, wine glass holder and bottle jets. This model can hold all of your delicate glassware while ensuring it gets thoroughly cleaned. There is also an adjustable upper rack for greater flexibility when loading the drum.
★ GE Model GDF645SSNSS Customer Reviews ★
Learn why customers love this GE dishwasher by reading online reviews. One person says:
“Absolutely love how quiet this dishwasher is and how dry everything comes out, even the plastic items. Will definitely look to GE when the time comes to replace other appliances.”
Find a Built-in Dishwasher You Will Love
Once you know what to look for in a dishwasher, you can start to compare different products across a variety of brands. Whether you need specific dishwasher cycles or simply prefer certain dishwasher features, you can find a variety of options at East Coast Appliance. We have multiple locations across coastal Virginia and each store has a vast showroom with several products from different brands. This makes East Coast Appliance the best place to shop for dishwashers in Virginia. Visit us today and find the best built-in dishwasher for your home.
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Locally owned and operated since 1988, East Coast Appliance is the largest independent appliance dealer in Virginia. We sell it ALL — from new name-brand appliances to scratch-and-dent appliances to our very own refurbished appliances. Aside from our huge selection of every major brand and everyday low prices, what sets us apart from our competitors is that we service what we sell and that we are locally owned and operated with factory-trained associates. And if you’re local, great news: East Coast Appliance is committed to providing the absolute lowest prices on the same available brand and model — simply bring in the ad of the local retail competitor while the lower price is in effect and you'll receive your price match.
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