When your washing machine breaks, how do you know whether to roll up your sleeves, work the phones to find a repair technician, or give in and swipe your Visa at the nearest appliance dealer? It’s a ...

The odds of getting your washing machine repaired right the first time aren’t great. Only 61 percent of all repairs were done correctly on the first attempt, according to a Consumer Reports’ survey.

What’s wrong with my washing machine? From problems with the spin cycle to blockages in the drain hose, find out how to fix common faults. Rebecca JakemanSenior researcher & writer With over six years ...