Household washers and dryers are often taken for granted. A little maintenance goes a long way. Check washer water fill hoses for cracks or blisters, which can signal a coming failure or cause corroded fittings and leaks. Generally, you should replace washer fill hoses about every four years. You might want to try stainless steel fill hoses which are more durable, reliable and, ultimately, can pay for themselves as well as provide more peace of mind. Remember to turn off the water to the washer whenever you go on vacation and here's an important safety tip; If you have a 1st or 2nd floor laundry room you should have a washer pan and a hot water tank pan. In case of leaking the pan can catch the water so any damage you experience will be MUCH less! They can be found at most hardware stores. A leading cause of dryer failures is lint buildup. It can cause significantly increased drying times and costs. Most importantly lint buildup is also responsible for thousands of house fires each year. Use a dryer vent brush (available online or at most hardware stores) to remove lint build up in the vent that leads to the outside.
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