How old are your washing machine hoses? Burst washing machine hoses have to be one of the most common causes of catastrophic water damage in homes. On a project difficulty scale of one to five, ...

Not every home has a washing machine, but for those who do have them, inspecting and replacing the hoses is a homeowner maintenance tasks that often gets ignored. In fact, the hoses have a much ...

In last week's blog post about washing machine connectors, I mentioned that I'm not a big fan of the FloodSafe® washing machine connectors. These are special flexible water supply connectors, aka ...

With the exception of fire, there are few home disasters that rival the damage caused by a burst washing-machine hose. When turned loose, 600 gallons of water per hour can enter a house. That can fill ...

Q: We recently moved into a new house and need to install a washer and dryer. We have a gas dryer and there is a pipe with a cap on it coming out of the wall. Where do I start? A: Installing the ...

Replace washer hoses every three to five years to prevent hidden wear and tear from causing leaks. Regular inspections every six months help catch signs of damage like cracks, bulges, or corrosion. A ...