Do you simply throw clothes into your washing machine and hit start? Ditch the default setting in favor of a more nuanced approach to washing your clothes.

A washer that isn’t spinning may be overloaded, unbalanced, or sitting unevenly on the floor. Common issues include broken parts like the lid switch, belt, or drain pump—all easy to replace. If fixes ...

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 ...