Draining your washing machine clears residue, prevents odors, and helps fix clogs or pump issues. Always unplug the appliance first, then release water through the hose or filter and clean debris ...

Standing water can be a breeding ground for bacteria and mold. While it may seem excessive, your washing machines—which clean your clothes, linens, and more—also need to be cleaned to make sure they ...

A washing machine that stops mid-cycle can interrupt your day. From overloading and drain blockages to electrical faults, ...

Walking up to your washing machine and finding the drum full of standing water is one of the frustrating experiences of doing laundry. That heavy load of clothes is now trapped in the machine, and ...

Between gym clothes, work clothes, pajamas and bath towels… sometimes it feels as if “laundry day” is every day! This chore can be quite a bit of work all on its own, but if your washing machine is ...

While tech advances have given us all some impressive washing machine features, the core of the machine remains simple: Water is pumped in a big drum with cloths, the big drum spins around, and water ...

We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports has some ...

Regular maintenance is key for clean and fresh laundry. Draining your washing machine clears residue, prevents odors, and helps fix clogs or pump issues. Always unplug the appliance first, then ...