Don’t panic when you find a puddle of water under your front-load washer. The three most likely problems are simple fixes that you may be able to take care of on your own. It really isn’t that difficult to repair the common causes of a leaky front-loading clothes washer. If you do decide to tackle these fixes yourself, unplug the machine before you begin working on it and
wear protective gloves. Common Easy-to-fix Causes of Leaking Washer door seal or boot is the rubber gasket that seals the door on a front-load machine when it is closed. It can be torn or simply becomes too stiff to seal properly. In that case, water will leak from the door when the machine is filled. This is one of the most common problems. Dirty or somethings stuck in the door sealOpen washer’s door and take a look at its door seal. Remove anything that stuck in it such as hair, clothes, socks, coin, etc… After that, clean the inner of washer door seal with a damp cloth. Then completely clean by running an empty cycle with baking soda and vinegar. Worn or damaged door sealCarefully inspect the door seal. If you find any cracks, tears or damages then it’s time to replace a new one. 2. Leaky Water Intake Hose RepairA leaky water intake hose will usually cause water pooling at the back of the machine; however, the water could run toward the front of the machine if the floor is unlevel. Things You Will Need:
How to Repair or Replace a Leaky Water Intake Hose:
3. Clogged or Leaky Water Discharge Hose RepairA clogged washer’s discharge hose will usually cause dirty water to back up into the machine. If the clog is in the drain pipe beyond the discharge hose, though, the dirty water can back up onto the floor. Depending on the severity of the clog, you may be able to save yourself some money by removing it yourself. Things You Will Need:
How to clear a clogged drain pipe:
Other Causes of Front-load Washer LeakingOther common causes of front-load washer leaking should be repaired by a professional. They require in-depth knowledge of the appliance and special training for the repair to be completed safely and successfully. Attempting these washer repairs yourself could result in more extensive damage to the washer. Other likely causes of washer leaking include:
Reader InteractionsWhy is my Electrolux washing machine leaking from underneath?A washer leaking from the bottom can cause significant damage to your home if it is not fixed quickly. In most cases, the leak will be caused by a loose or punctured drain hose, a fault with the drain pump, or a worn-out tub-to-pump hose.
How do you fix a leaking washing machine from the bottom?Broken or faulty tub seal
If the water leak is underneath the washer, replacing a part called the tub seal will often fix the issue. This is especially true if your washing machine begins to leak during the rinse cycle. A tub seal is fitted to the top of the washing machine's transmission.
Why is my washing machine leaking underneath at the front?Leaking water under the machine
These are often caused by a hole in the water pump or leaky internal washing machine drain hoses. It is better to turn to a professional if the leak occurs regularly despite your efforts. So keep the number of a local washing machine repair man at hand for emergencies.
Is it worth fixing a leaking washing machine?Repair: If the repair would cost less than 50% of the price of a new appliance and your machine still has several expected years of life left, a quick fix could be a cost-effective solution over replacing the entire washer. An active warranty can also make any repair worthwhile.
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