Have you ever noticed that your washing machine smells bad? Or that it doesn’t seem to rinse loads properly? Your washing machine requires cleaning and regular maintenance, just like any other appliance in your home. Luckily, at-home appliance repair can be easy. Here are a few simple tips for keeping your machine in top shape without calling a service. 

Do:

Replace bulging or cracked hoses. 

Every few months, check your washing machine’s hoses. Look for any signs of cracking or deterioration like bulging. Make sure the fittings and seals are tight as well. Hoses are an easy appliance repair you can do yourself, and spotting the problem early can prevent major repairs later on. A qualified appliance parts distributor will guide you on selecting the right replacement parts. 

Clean your screens.

Where your hoses attach to your water line are little screens. Grime and debris can build up on these screens, causing clogs and inefficient water flow. Cleaning the screens every once in a while will keep your machine filling and draining properly, which in turn prevents standing water and clogs. 

Don’t:

Overload your machine.

As much as you’d love to get the laundry over with, your washing machine was built to handle only so much. Read your machine’s instruction manual, and don’t overload it. Oversized loads can cause dramatic wear and tear to your washer parts and drum. 

Use too much detergent.

One common reason for the mildewy smell that washing machines can get is the overuse of detergent. Too many suds can leave behind grimy soap scum, which collects dust and dirt. Every few months, clean out your machine by running an empty cycle with a few cups of bleach, followed by another cycle with vinegar to deodorize it. 

Appliance Parts of Radcliff prides themselves on having the parts to help any Kentucky homeowner with appliance repairs, from the first time novice to the skilled DIY-er. They carry over 5,000 items in their inventory, from HVAC and air conditioner parts to refrigerator and dryer parts. They offer a wide range of brand name parts like Frigidaire®, and their skilled technicians provide guidance for most appliance repairs and part replacements. For more information on their products, call (270) 352-2900 or visit their website.