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There are only so many places from which a washing machine can leak. In this how-to article we cover the most common types of leaks — from the hose, pump and tub — but there may be additional problem ...

The odds of getting your washing machine repaired right the first time aren’t great. Only 61 percent of all repairs were done correctly on the first attempt, according to a Consumer Reports’ survey.

CONSIDER BEFORE YOU FIX OR NIX. THIS 14 YEAR OLD WASHER IN THE HOME WAS ON THE FRITZ. I WAS AFRAID THAT IF I SPENT THE MONEY TO REPAIR IT, IT WOULD JUST GO OUT AGAIN SOON. AND FRANKLY, I’M SURPRISED ...