Washing Machine Washout in Banks?

12/28/2021 (Permalink)

Washing Machine Maintenance Tips for Banks.

Did you know that supply line failure is one of the top causes of water damage involving a washing machine? SERVPRO of Hillsboro / Forest Grove has seen the damage a burst supply line can do. Here are some washing machine supply line maintenance tips:

Conduct monthly inspections of the hot and cold washing machine supply lines.

• Look for signs the supply hose may be ready to fail—blisters in the hose, worn tubing, stress cracks, or a loose connection
• Replace the supply hose with a reinforced steel braided hose if it shows any sign of wear
• Tighten the connection if it feels loose. The most common site of failure is near the connection where the hose bends.
• Replace supply hoses every five years, even if there is no obvious deterioration or wear
• Some signs of deterioration may occur from the inside out and may not be visible until it is too late
• When replacing washing machine supply hoses, always choose a reinforced steel braided hose over the traditional un-reinforced rubber hose. These hoses will last longer and are far less likely to result in a catastrophic water loss.

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When you have a water damage emergency, SERVPRO of Hillsboro / Forest Grove is ready to respond 24-hours a day.  We’ll clean and restore your water damage in Banks, “Like it never even happened.”