Q: My washing machine is about 10 years old, and it has started leaking whenever I do a load of clothes. Should I fix it or buy a new one? A: It depends on the problem. In many cases, it is a hose.

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

A front load washer with a drain pump access door - Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images If you have a front-load washer, you may have noticed that it has two doors. It's obvious what the large ...

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

Find out the fixes you can do yourself, the ones best left to professionals and when it's time for a new machine Appliance faults vary from the annoying, such as oven bulbs breaking, to nasty ...