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Fix It Anyway!

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Real Estate Agent with RE/MAX Platinum Properties

"If it isn'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.



 

Comments (4)

Bill Gillhespy
16 Sunview Blvd - Fort Myers Beach, FL
Fort Myers Beach Realtor, Fort Myers Beach Agent - Homes & Condos

Hi Thomas,  Just returned from a showing where it appeaarded that a hose had let go around the washer.  Esay fix and not much money.

Feb 27, 2012 05:15 AM
Lang Premier Properties
Lang Premier Properties - Clawson, MI
Metro Detroit Real Estate Group

Great post Thomas!  Thanks for sharing, I may even take a trip down into my dark basement and take a look at my hose now. haha

Being proactive is key - seems to be my saying for the day today.

Best of luck this year to you!

Feb 27, 2012 05:19 AM
Adrian Willanger
206 909-7536 AdrianWillanger-broker.com - Seattle, WA
Profit from my two decades of experience

Thomas, thanks for the household maintenance tips, particularly the upgraded hose tip.

Feb 27, 2012 05:27 AM
Thomas OBrien
RE/MAX Platinum Properties - Margate City, NJ
Atlantic County Short Sales Agent, CDPE

Thanks for the commets guys, glad you liked it.

Feb 27, 2012 06:38 AM