Draining your washing machine clears residue, prevents odors, and helps fix clogs or pump issues. Always unplug the appliance first, then release water through the hose or filter and clean debris ...

Washing machine won't drain? Fix it safely with household tools and targeted checks that restore flow and prevent leaks.

Q: My washing machine is in the basement in a room directly beneath the kitchen. When water drains from the washer, it’s going into a hole in the basement floor. The sump pump kicks on, but the water ...

There are blocked drains that can be quickly fixed with a plunger or some Drano, and then there are drains that block up again and again, no matter what you do. These drains, too, can be unclogged and ...

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