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.

CR’s interactive tool leverages product costs, depreciation rates, and survey data to help you make the right choice. Plus, expert advice on what to do next. When your washing machine breaks, how do ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. Most washing machine repairs cost between $150 and $500, but you’ll need a professional evaluation to know exactly how much a repair will cost. To get a ...

While tech advances have given us all some impressive washing machine features, the core of the machine remains simple: Water is pumped in a big drum with cloths, the big drum spins around, and water ...

A jet plane is landing in my laundry. Or taking off, so loud is the noise coming from my least favourite room in the house. It's my 13-year old front loader washing machine that has accompanied me ...

With over six years of product testing experience, Rebecca knows exactly which laundry appliances will cut the mustard - or hopefully just remove it. Nobody wants a noisy washing machine, but ...

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 ...

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 ...

CR’s interactive tool leverages product costs, depreciation rates, and survey data to help you make the right choice. Plus, ...