Having your washer or dryer break is a major inconvenience, usually resulting in multiple trips to a laundromat while you wait for a repair. However, if you know what to look for, you can spot signs of trouble before these crucial appliances break down. Expert Appliance Solutions, appliance service and repair specialists in Elyria, OH, recommends you watch for these indicators that you could need a dryer or washing machine repair.

The newest, most sophisticated machines come equipped with warning systems that alert you when a problem develops. Usually, they will provide a code which you can look up in your owner’s manual or documents telling you what the issue is.

For older models, strange sounds are usually the first symptom of an imminent problem. Your washer might make roaring sounds, or clunk loudly during wash or spin cycles. The drum might also spin wildly no matter how you balance the load.

Listen for unusual whining or grinding sounds from your dryer, as well as excessive squealing or thumping noises. These often indicate problems with the mechanical parts, which are often simple fixes if caught in time.

The most noticeable clue that something might be wrong with your washer and dryer, however, is that they are simply not as effective as they used to be. Washers may leave clothes too saturated with water, and dryers may not dry as well, or take longer than they used to.

Getting your washer or dryer repaired before it breaks will often prevent further damage later on. For washer/dryer service, or repairs on any other major home appliance, call Expert Appliance Solutions at (844) 423-9737.