- May 31, 2016
- By Ian Warren
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Rubber hoses on your washing machine can bubble and burst, flooding your home. Inspect your hoses twice a year or replace them with metal braided hoses which do not have this issue. 3/4 in. x 3/4 in. x 5 ft. Stainless-Steel Washing Machine Hoses are available at your local hardware store for about $30. We
Is your clothing taking a long time to dry? Check your dryer vent inside and outside for blockages. A blocked dryer vent is the number one cause of long dry times. If your dryer vent has many bends or is longer than 6 feet, it is more likely to clog. These vents should be checked
People often use too much laundry detergent in their Front Load and HE Topload Washers. Not only is this wasting money, its causing major issues in these appliances. We recommend you use one tablespoon of a high quality concentrate soap. After using less soap, your clothing will be cleaner with less soap residue and the soap will fully rinse
People often say liquid dishwasher detergent doesn’t work. One thing we know for sure, you should shake the bottle well before dispensing. The active ingredient in the detergent separates to the bottom of the bottle. If you don’t shake the bottle before use, you won’t be getting a proper mix of detergent.
Clean the door gasket on your front load washer regularly. This will preserve the life of this expensive part. If your door gasket has already turned black, it cannot be cleaned and must be replaced.