Prevention of Water Damage from Washing Machine Hoses

1/14/2019 (Permalink)

standing water from washing machine hose leak.

Washing machine water leaks are one of the top 10 sources of water damage to homes and can cause a catastrophic water loss.

Below are a few tips to help avoid common issues caused by a washing machine leaking inside the home. The failure of a water supply hose is the primary cause of loss.

• Supply hoses should be replaced every five years, even if there is no obvious deterioration or wear. Some signs of deterioration may occur from the inside out and may not be visible until it is too late.
• Replace the supply hose with a reinforced steel braided hose if it shows any sign of wear.
• Look for signs the supply hose may be ready to fail. These include worn tubing, blisters in the hose, stress cracks or a loose connection.
• Tighten the connection if it feels loose. The most common site of failure is near the connection where the hose bends.

Turn off the hot and cold water supply valves when the machine is not in use. Always turn off the valves if you will be away for several days. 

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