Category Laundry Appliances

Clear guides for common washing machine and dryer problems, maintenance, and safe checks.

Dryer taking too long to dry

Dryer lint filter being cleaned

A dryer that takes several cycles to dry clothes is commonly affected by restricted airflow, an overloaded drum, or an incorrect cycle setting. Start with the lint filter and venting because blocked airflow can become a fire risk. Before you…

Washing machine shaking violently

A washing machine that shakes, bangs, or moves across the floor is often unbalanced or not level. Stop the cycle if the movement is severe to prevent damage to the appliance, floor, or nearby plumbing. Before you start Pause the…

Dryer Not Heating: What to Check Before

If your dryer tumbles but does not produce heat, begin with airflow and settings checks. Restricted airflow is one of the most common reasons a dryer performs poorly. Safe checks to try first Confirm that the selected cycle uses heat…

Washer Not Draining or Spinning

A washer that will not drain or spin may be dealing with an unbalanced load, a blocked filter, or a drainage problem. Begin with these straightforward checks. Safe checks to try first Pause the cycle and redistribute bulky or uneven…