Q: My washing machine is about 10 years old, and it has started leaking whenever I do a load of clothes. Should I fix it or buy a new one? A: It depends on the problem. In many cases, it is a hose.

My daughter and her husband were watching TV when they heard a loud noise in the basement. They investigated and found that a washing-machine hose had ruptured and water was gushing onto the basement ...

Reuben Saltzman, president of Structure Tech in Minnesota, identifies potential home problems and what to do about them.

We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports has some ...

According to Stuart Pyburn, a franchise business coach for Mr. Appliance, a Neighborly company, “Signs that your washing machine needs repair include unusual noises, leaks, excessive vibrations, ...