Maintenance Guides / Plumbing & Water

Inspect washing machine hoses

Difficulty: easyTime: 20 minsEst. Cost: $15 - $40

Why it matters

Washing machine supply hoses are one of the top 5 causes of home water damage. They burst without warning. Standard rubber hoses should be replaced every 5 years; braided stainless can go longer.

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How to do it

  • 1

    Pull the washer away from the wall.

  • 2

    Examine both hoses (hot and cold) from the wall to the machine.

  • 3

    Look for bulges, cracks, rust at fittings, or moisture.

  • 4

    Replace if more than 5 years old or if any damage is visible.