Having a washer and dryer in your home is a highly underrated luxury. In fact, if you’ve become accustomed to having a washer and dryer, you’ve likely forgotten the inconvenience of having to go to a laundromat. When a washer does break down, it poses a huge inconvenience; now you’ll need to call for repairs, make an appointment, and you still have a bunch of dirty clothes. Meanwhile, the repairs, or worse, replacement of your washer, can be expensive.
While your washer won’t last forever, there are ways to extend its lifespan:
Don’t Overload: Loads that are too large stress your washer and result in a poorer clean. Doing more loads instead of trying to run everything will not only help your washer but will also help avoid water and electricity waste. Overloading your washer can also lead to clothing getting stuck and damaged. If you’re in the habit of doing very large loads, try cutting the load in half and doing two.
Open the lid between uses: When you leave your washer lid closed, you’re trapping moisture and preventing your washer from drying completely, which can lead to the development of odors that can seep into your clothes when you wash. Avoid stinky washer smell by keeping your washer’s lid open between loads.
Clean Up Spills: A bit of spilled detergent isn’t a big deal, but if you leave it for a long time it can create rust spots. While the rust spots won’t affect your washer’s ability to function, they do look unattractive.
Check Your Hose: The washing machine hose is one of the first things to go, which is why you should be checking your hose every few years to avoid leads. If you do notice leaking, check your hose before trying other repairs.
Get Checkups: Having a professional regularly inspect your washer can help catch problems before they become serious issues. An annual inspection is the best way to extend your washer’s longevity.
When It Breaks: Even with good care, a washer may still break. Fortunately, Best Price Appliance Repair is here to help ensure that the repair process is as painless as possible. We deal with all kinds of washer models and our techs will be able to advise you whether it’s better to repair or replace you washer. We’ll also call 30 minutes before to ensure that you’ve available, so you won’t be tethered to your doorbell all day.
Having a washer and dryer in your home is a highly underrated luxury. In fact, if you’ve become accustomed to having a washer and dryer, you’ve likely forgotten the inconvenience of having to go to a laundromat.