Fix It Anyway
"If it ain’t broke, don't fix it" is certainly popular advice, but if you've ever had a serious plumbing leak, you certainly wished you had taken care of the problem earlier.
Washing machines, like all appliances, are supposed to work and when they don't, it's time to have them fixed or replaced. However, there is a critical connection from your water supply that may even be older than your washing machine itself.


Ask someone whose hose broke while they were asleep or out of town and you'll hear stories of how quickly the water can damage walls, flooring and furniture. Almost anyone can replace the hoses with a pair of pliers for under $30.00 to avoid this potential catastrophe.


As you're shopping for the replacement hoses, consider the braided stainless steel connectors. The advantage is that the stainless steel offers additional protection should a soft spot develop in the hose beneath. They'll cost a little more but offer considerably more protection for a nominal price.
           

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7 Comments on Fix It Anyway

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2012
630,902 Points 5 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Called Shot Master

As a home inspector I see so many homes that have had water damage. Sometimes it is from lack of normal maintenance. I always suggest if you are going to be away from your home for any length of time turn the water off. 
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2012
105,804 Points Called Shot Master

It is best to go through a home and upgrade such things before they become a problem. Replace such things with quality parts to ensure smooth operation in the future.
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Patty,  Great tip about washing machine maintenance.  Sometimes it is the little things like the hoses that can make all the difference.
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Belinda, Who really thinks to check hoses until water is all over the floor?

 
3:11pm • #4
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Edward,  Maybe we should check hoses and the same time we check smoke alarms..twice a year
3:12pm • #5
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Carl, Turning the water off when leaving on vacation is a great idea. Talk about the little things that will make a huge difference..this is it.
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I think it always pays to buy the best materials you can afford when building or repairing or maintaining a house. Sometimes the extra few dollars spent can mean a lot more later on down the road.
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