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 ...

There are five common reasons why you might need to drain your washing machine, according to Doser: a clogged drain hose that blocks water flow, a kinked hose, a jammed pump filter, a broken drain ...

"Most dryers built in the last 10 to 15 years have a thermostat like thermal fuse," according to Chris Zeisler, a former appliance technician and senior member of the Repair Guru staff at RepairClinic ...

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.