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Our washing machines are always on-the-go, but when was the last time you gave yours a good clean? From detergent buildup to musty smells and even mould, there are numerous ways a grimy machine can ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Washing machine maintenance is an essential part of keeping your appliance running as it should. Washers that aren’t cleaned ...

I’ve always been an organized and clean person, especially when it comes to my house, but while doing research for an upcoming article, I stumbled upon a list of tasks homeowners should be doing ...

Derrick Dennis: Hi, I'm Derrick Dennis. I specialize in repairing and cleaning washing machines, dryers, any major appliances. The two main types of washing machines that I work on are top-loaders and ...

Washing Machine Cleaning: Often, after washing clothes, we close the washing machine lid, assuming the machine stays clean. But the truth is that detergent scum, hard water deposits, fungus, and bad ...

Pour vinegar in, run a hot cycle, then sprinkle baking soda and run another—say goodbye to funky smells and gunky residue. Give the drum baffles and rubber seals some love with a toothbrush and soapy ...

It’s easy to ignore cleaning your machine which keeps your clothes clean. But remember, your washing machine has an ideal environment for bacteria and mold. Detergent residue, warm temperatures, dirt ...

Even if you have your laundry routine down to a science, you might not even know that your washing machine has a lint trap—much less that it requires regular cleaning. But, much like your dryer’s lint ...

Even if we do laundry almost every day, it’s easy to forget that the washing machine itself needs regular cleaning, too. Detergent residue, lint, and even mold can build up inside, creating odor and ...