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Did you know your washer has a lint trap? Most people only think of their dryer, but your washer also needs to trap as much lint as possible before your clothes move on to the dryer. Honest & Fair Appliance Repair in Monroe, NY, has seen plenty of washing machines during their appliance repair service trips, and dirty lint traps are a major cause of breakdowns.

Stay on top of cleaning your washer’s lint trap with these steps:

  • Find the Filter: Depending on the style of your washer, your filter could be in one of a few places. Older, top-loading models usually have a removable filter you can clean. Newer, high-efficiency washers may not have a lint trap at all. It’s important to consult your manual to find where yours is.
  • appliance repair serviceRemove Residue: Once you find the filter, remove it if possible. It’s likely going to be covered in wet, sticky lint. The lint has probably been compacted with water and detergent. Remove what residue you can with a paper towel first.
  • Wash the Lint Trap: If your lint trap is removable, soak it in hot water for 10 minutes or so to remove detergent or fabric softener residue. This is what usually slows drainage, which causes you to call for appliance repair service.
  • Replace the Trap: You can now put the lint trap back into your machine. Remember to clean it at least four times per year to avoid any issues with cleaning your clothes and lint residue being left behind on items.

If cleaning the lint trap isn’t helping to solve your washer problems, you may need appliance repair service. Honest & Fair Appliance Repair has been in the business of fixing appliances since 1979, keeping up to date on all the latest models. Give them a call at (845) 782-0460 and explain your problem, and they’ll send over a qualified professional to help get things running the way they should.

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