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Budget and the Bees
Budget and the Bees
Latrice Perez

Appliance Repair Pros: 7 Habits That Destroy Your Washing Machine

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A washing machine is a workhorse. We toss clothes in, press a button, and expect it to work miracles. But even the most durable machine has a breaking point. Appliance repair technicians say that most breakdowns aren’t due to manufacturing defects; they are due to user error.

We overload, we overuse detergent, and we ignore maintenance until water is flooding the laundry room floor. Replacing a washer is an expense nobody wants. To extend the life of your appliance and keep your clothes clean, stop these seven destructive habits immediately.

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