Washing Machine Repair

Don't let a washing machine repair disrupt your routine. Our experts can quickly diagnose and repair any issue, from leaks to malfunctioning controls.

TOP LOAD VS FRONT LOAD

There are two primary types of Washing machines: front load and top load. Both have their pros and cons, it depends on the preference of the user.

 Front load washer provide a gently and quiet washing experience. Most people prefer front load washer because they appear to be more modern and aesthetically pleasing with advanced feature.  They have a common issue of developing mold on the door gasket. An easy solution is to periodically remove the water built up coupled with leaving the door open when loads are finished. Some new models have a built in fan to help remove moisture.

Top load washing machines are the traditional style. Top load washers provides a more aggressive washing process. Top load washing machines either have a wash plate or agitator inside the tub. 

Wash plate system is a design to address the desire to have a larger load capacity.  This design uses the natural friction of the clothing to wash the garments. A common complaint from top load washer owner with a wash plate system is the amount of water used to wash the clothing.  Top load washer use less water by design for two reasons. One, to meet standards of water conservation. Two, if the garments are fully submerged in water they make less contact with each other resulting in a sub optimal washing performance.

Washing machines with an agitator is a common design, and is known as an "old school" design. This is the typical washer your parents or grandparents used. If you are not into the bell and whistle, with you main concern being clean clothing by any means. This is the washer for you. Top load washer with an agitator uses the aggressive motion loosen and remove stains from your garments. Most people who are accustom to agitators and switch to wash plates assume their washer needs a repair, because of the water amount removal a heavy stains.  When deciding between an agitator or wash plate system consider what's your priority in the performance of your washer. More tub capacity, or an aggressive wash experience?

WATER LEAKING

Another common washing machine complaint is leaking water. Leaking water is a unique issue, because it needs to be resolve immediate to prevent extensive damage. The origin of leaking water varies depending on whether it's a top load or front load washing machine. 

However, for both front and top load washing machines the unexpected issue could be the standpipe drain of the home. Meaning the plumbing tube from the home that the washing machine's drains into may be clogged. The best way to identify this issue would be to watch the washing machine when it drains the large amount of water during cycle. If this is the problem it will slowly fill and begin to overflow. In this case a plumber is needed, the washing machine is not the issue.

Common issues:

Not draining

Little/no water

Not starting cycles

Not finishing cycles

No power/Not turning on

Violent shaking

Loud noises

Not agitating

Not spinning

Leaking water

Some ask which is better a top load or front load washer? Here some information to help!

If your dryer isn't working properly, don't risk damaging your clothes or wasting energy. Our experts can quickly resolve any dryer repair issue, from faulty heating elements to broken belts.

HEAT, MOTION & AIRFLOW

Dryers are a simple engineered concept. There are three factors to have optimal drying: heat, motion and air flow.  If one of these three factor are missing your garments will not dry.

MOTION

The easiest one to identify is motion. Meaning is the drum spinning. This simple way to diagnose this issue is to run the dryer as usual. If you have the drum spinning as designed, then you drying issue is not motion. 

If the drum is not spinning then it's probably one of the following issues. The belt is broken or not aligned with the pulley and/or motor axle.  If this is the case the dryer will need to be disassembled and a part replacement may be needed. Call us! 980 819 1219

HEAT

If your issue is heat, it simply means a component within your unit is not allowing a complete electrical circuit resulting in the heater element not cycling on and off. An electric dryer needs 240 VAC to work properly. If you are not getting heat please do not neglect to check your outlet. Nearly 50% of dryer heating issues have nothing to do with the dryer itself. Sometimes the issue is from a malfunctioning or miswired outlet. Even for brand new construction! We are all human, electricians and contractor do make mistakes. If the terminal block where the dryer cord is connected has 240 VAC, and more importantly 120 VAC separately at L1 & L2 then there is definitely an internal issue. At this point give us a call and we take care of your issue. 980 819 1219.

AIRFLOW

Lastly, airflow is another factor effecting your dryer performance. Airflow consist the rate air is being pushed out of the unit by the blower fan. As the air is pushed out of the dryer it travels through the air duct system then exits the home. The probably usually located within the homes air duct system. It is recommended to have your air duct system professionally cleaned at least once a year.

As time goes by lint exiting the air duct system get caught on the interior walls, causing air flow issues. A quick diagnosis of this issue can be performed by checking the air duct vent on the exterior of the home. If the dryer is on the the flap does not wave open, then airflow is most likely your issue.

Give us a call to resolve your dryer issue

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Common issue:

No heat

Not drying/wet clothes

Long dry time

Abnormal noises

No power

control display error

Not starting

Not stopping

burning smell

Not spinning

A lot of dryer issue are result of not cleaning their dryer vents frequent enough. Here some information to see the importance of simple maintenance.