"Most dryers built in the last 10 to 15 years have a thermostat like thermal fuse," according to Chris Zeisler, a former appliance technician and senior member of the Repair Guru staff at RepairClinic ...

While tech advances have given us all some impressive washing machine features, the core of the machine remains simple: Water is pumped in a big drum with cloths, the big drum spins around, and water ...

Awful smells, loud noises and sudsy clothes are all common washing machine problems. Luckily, they’re also problems you can fix yourself without calling a repairman. You don’t even need any technical ...

Alina Bradford has been writing how-tos, tech articles and more for almost two decades. She currently writes for CNET's Smart Home Section, MTVNews' tech section and for Live Science's reference ...

It can be easy to overlook cleaning the things we use to clean other things, but major appliances like washing machines do need to be cleaned and properly maintained to optimize performance and ensure ...

The first time you hear it, the noise can be jarring. Seemingly out of nowhere, it sounds like a helicopter is landing on your roof, or a freight train is about to come barreling through your wall and ...

THEY'RE known for shaking uncontrollably when they wash, with the shaking often causing a real racket. But one washing machine expert has explained why the machines shake - and how to stop it. If your ...

Note: We're showing the repair on a Maytag washing machine. Some details may be different depending on the brand and model of your washer. Start by unplugging the machine and emptying the water. Bail ...

TAMPA, Fla (BLOOM) — Ever noticed that your freshly washed clothes don’t smell as clean as they should? If your washing machine is emitting an unpleasant odor, you’re not alone. Washing machines, the ...

Small items can be sucked into the drain assembly during the drain cycle, blocking the flow of water. Here’s a small list of things I’ve pulled out of washer drains over the years: Baby socks, panties ...