Washing - Machine Drain Clog ((better))

But before you call the plumber (and pay weekend rates), let’s take a deep breath. This is one of the most common, and surprisingly fixable, plumbing emergencies in the home. Here is everything you need to know about why this happens, how to fix it, and how to ensure it never ruins your evening again. When water doesn’t drain, most people’s first instinct is to blame the machine. They assume the pump is dead. In 80% of cases, that is wrong.

But don't buy the name brand. Use Citric Acid (the stuff for canning tomatoes). Run an empty hot cycle with 2 tablespoons of citric acid. It dissolves detergent scum better than bleach. washing machine drain clog

Your washing machine has a lint filter, but it sucks. You can buy an inline nylon mesh filter that attaches to the end of your grey drain hose. Check it after every 5 loads. You will be horrified (and relieved) by what it catches. But before you call the plumber (and pay