Washing Machine Malfunctions

3/29/2019 (Permalink)

One of the chief causes for water damage to homes is the washing machine. With more automated machines and the level of complexity in today's machines, there are more areas that can fail. Some areas of failure: the pump may fail to pump water out or keep up with the water coming in and can cause the machine to overflow. A common cause is the supply water lines. These can be rubber hoses or can be flexible braided metal lines. Over time, the constant pressure may eventually cause a bubble to form near the end of the line. Washing machine hoses should be replaced every 3-4 years.

It has become more common for people to place their laundry room on a second floor. If a washing machine malfunctions, water can easily seep through the flooring into the ceiling and rooms below. A situation like this needs to be handled as quickly as possible to avoid further damages, but cleaning up a mess this large requires professional knowledge and tools.

If you should have a water emergency,call SERVPRO of Columbia, Montour & Sullivan Counties at 570-759-0966!

We have emergency ready crews 24/7 365 days a year and can handle the task.