Flood alert: a puddle appears under your washing machine? Don’t panic! Often the solution is simpler than it seems. To limit costs and damage, it all starts with a good diagnosis. Pierced pipe, overloaded drum or simple blockage… Follow our express instructions to identify the leak and save your laundry room before it’s too late.
Don’t let a little washing machine leak ruin your day. Acting in time means saving significant repair costs. The secret? Observe your wash cycle closely: is the water flowing when starting or when spinning? This simple check is the key to spotting the culprit and stopping the bleeding immediately. Water flowing out the front of the appliance, during spinning or through the door will give you some clues as to the origin of the leak. If the leak persists, who can you call to have your washing machine repaired? All washing machines have a limited lifespan, is it better to extend it by having them repaired regularly or is it better to buy a new one in the event of a breakdown?
Why is my washing machine leaking?
To understand why your washing machine is leaking, you need to start by trying to determine where the water is coming from. Water flowing from the bottom, front or back of the machine, and which appears during the wash cycle or rather when spinning, will help you determine the origin of the leak.
A leak at the front
When thewater flows out of the washing machine doorit is often a joint problem which no longer ensures the watertightness of the machine. Other avenues you may have overloaded your machine in laundry or were you a little heavy-handed with the laundry? Also check that the machine is not placed on a unstable ground or that the pressure switchthis part which controls the water levels in the tank, is not defective.
A leak through the drawer
If water is leaking from your washing machine drawer, it’s probably because of a clog. THE laundry drawer is clogged or scaled and the water, which can no longer drain, overflows through the detergent drawer at the start of the cycle. Maintaining the laundry drawer regularly so that it does not become clogged can help avoid this type of incident.
A leak from below
Did you notice that the leak was coming from the bottom of the washing machine? Over time, the pipes of your device may be dilated or blocked, the seals are worn and no longer perform their sealing role, unless a cork has formed and prevents the water from draining normally. Also check that the drum is not piercedwhich can sometimes happen when coins escape from the pockets of washed clothes.
A rear escape
A leak from the back of the washing machine often indicates a drainage problem. Check that the drain pipe is not blocked by detergent or clothing residue. The filter may be defective and need to be replaced.
Who to call?
If the leak persists despite your investigations, it is better to call a approved convenience store. Only a professional specializing in household appliances will be able to accurately diagnose the fault and repair your appliance professionally. Furthermore, a repairer will be able to handle your washing machine more easily, a device that is not always easy to maneuver due to its size and weight.
To find the origin of the leak, an initial examination is necessary. Start a wash cycle will allow you to understand where the water is flowing, at what point in the cycle and thus target the part to be changed or the possible blockage. Before handling your washing machine, start by unplug the device and make sure that the electrical wires do not come into contact with water.
While it is always better to change a defective part rather than buy a new device, sometimes breakdowns can be too complicated to repair. This is particularly the case for bearing failures in front-loading washing machines where operation is so complex that repair is impossible. THE electronic card failuresdifficult to handle, can also prove fatal because they require skills in microelectronics. Moreover, if the breakdowns follow one another and your washing machine is more than a decade oldit may be time to invest in a new device.
How long does a washing machine last?
The lifespan of a washing machine is estimated to be between 7 to 10 years. Multiple factors such as brand, availability of parts, maintenance and frequency of use will obviously have an impact on the longevity of the device.
