Laundry
Smelly washers, dryers that take two cycles, error codes and cycle settings: how laundry machines work and how to keep them running safely.
Washing machines
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Why Does My Washing Machine Smell? Fixes by Type of Smell
The kind of smell tells you where to look. A musty washer needs cleaning; a sewer smell is a drain problem; a burning smell means stop the machine now.
Dryers
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Why Is My Dryer Not Drying Clothes? 9 Causes and Fixes
When clothes come out damp, the problem is usually airflow, not heat. A blocked vent is also the leading factor in dryer fires, so it is worth checking today.
Other parts of the house
- Heating & Cooling Air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, thermostats and space heaters.
- Water & Plumbing Water heaters, toilets, faucets, drains, pressure and water quality.
- Kitchen Appliances Refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, ovens, stoves and microwaves.
- Electricity & Energy Running costs, outlets, breakers, lighting and smoke and CO alarms.
- Air & Moisture Humidity, condensation, dehumidifiers, humidifiers and indoor air.