Your washing machine is a complex combination of electronic, mechanical, and plumbing parts. When it breaks down, it usually takes a washing machine repair professional to get it running again. To make this process easier and narrow down the cause of the problem, follow these troubleshooting tips and tell your home appliance repair provider what you’ve found.

How to Tell What’s Wrong With Your Washing Machine

1. Leaks

Your washing machine can sometimes leak if the seal around the door is damaged. Open the door and look to see whether the rubber seal is bent, cracked, worn out, or torn. Next, check the drain line—a clog due to debris or a lost piece of laundry can cause the water to back up and can be solved by removing the item if you can reach it.

If not, a washing machine repair professional can help. If water continues to run into the washer even when the drum is full, the problem may be with the electronic controls and sensors that regulate the cycle, causing an overflow.

2. Rattling & Shaking

When your washing machine jumps or vibrates, it’s often because the drum isn’t balanced. In an individual load, you can fix this by taking items out and redistributing them so heavy pieces like denim jeans and towels are evenly distributed.

If the machine continues to rattle or jump during multiple loads of laundry, the legs supporting the unit may be uneven, causing the drum inside to tilt. Alternatively, there may be an issue with the bearings supporting the drum.

See if you can easily tip or tilt the washing machine; if so, you may be able to solve the issue by propping up the short side. If the issue is internal, you’ll need a washing machine repair technician.

3. Electrical Issues

The most common electrical problem is that the washing machine simply won’t turn on. Before you blame the washer, check that the breaker isn’t flipped and the cord is securely plugged in. If neither of these steps solves the issue, you need electrical repairs.

If the washing machine comes back on after you check the breaker, but continues to trip it in the future, your wiring circuit may not be designed to support a large appliance like a washer. Another reason may be that the washer itself has an internal short that’s causing problems. A professional can test it to determine which is which.

If you need washing machine repair for these and other issues in Portal, GA, choose Pro Appliance. Their certified appliance repair technicians have served Bulloch County for over 25 years. They offer flat-rate pricing for each repair to prevent any surprises on the bill, and also offer a 12-month warranty on parts and labor. Call (912) 764-4654 or visit their website to get started.