Start this repair by locating your washer's water inlet valve. It will be at the back of the washer, and it will have water hoses hooked up to the back of it.
The inlet valve is located around the back of the washing machine, and it's function is to control the amount of water that goes into the machine, and at what times, during the wash cycle.
Valve. The average cost to replace a washing machine valve is $100 to $225. Washing machines have a shutoff valve to control the water supply. The most common issue associated with a broken shutoff valve is leaking water.
Remove the hoses and use a brush or toothpick etc to try to remove the debris. Keep a bucket under the valve to catch as much water as possible and you can use the fill hoses to flush the filters.
If you washing machine is overfilling, taking too long to fill, or not filling at all, the cause could be a defective water inlet valve. The valve can fail either electronically or mechanically.
Drum. Unfortunately, the drum is the most expensive of all the possible washing machine replacement parts. Expect to spend at least $400 on a washing machine drum replacement. Water Inlet Valve.
The last thing that affects shut-off valve replacement costs is where you want to install the new valve and how easy it will be to reach there. The average cost to replace a water shut-off valve is between $375 and $600.
A threaded valve screws directly onto the water supply line and is easy to replace. In a compression connection, the valve screws into a hexagonal nut that fits around the supply line. The most difficult type to replace is a sweat valve, which is soldered onto the supply pipe.
It's best to replace a faulty washer inlet valve; there's very little you can do to fix it. Replacing the inlet valve is much more economical than replacing the entire machine.
The most common reason is a problem with the water supply, or a blocked or kinked water supply hose. In this situation, the washing machine will drain for 3 minutes and the power button will be inoperative. In this case, please clean the debris filter and mesh filter.
If your washer is leaking, the inlet valve may have a broken seal, a crack in its body, or may not be receiving any power.
If your Washer drips water or fills with water when it is not turned on, the water valve on the back of your Washer may have failed. This can cause water to leak from the water valve into your Washer tub when the Washer is turned off.
A simple replacement valve might take an hour or two, but the job can take several hours to complete if the valve is hard to access.
Over time, the water main valve in your home can deteriorate due to wear and tear. If your home is over 20 years old and the water main valve hasn't been replaced, it's likely time for an upgrade. An aging valve may not function as effectively, increasing the risk of leaks and water damage.
Pull the valve off the pipe, twisting it gently using a pair of pliers. If removing a compression-type valve, loosen the compression nut with an adjustable wrench. Use a second wrench to steady the valve if it wants to turn with the nut. Push the nut away from the ferrule, then cut the ferrule with a hacksaw.
Factors to Consider
If you spent $650 on your washer seven years ago and you're doing seven loads per week (a lot of wear and tear), a new washer purchase makes sense. But if the machine is 3 years old and you spent $1,000 for it, a repair may be the better financial choice.
The average life of a washing machine ranges from 10 to 13 years, although some brands can manufacture washing machines with an even longer lifespan than the average appliance.
LG has consistently emerged as the best washer brand, often vying for the top spot with Speed Queen in Consumer Reports. This reputation cements LG's status as one of the best brand washers. A key factor in LG's popularity is its impressively low repair rates, making it a reliable choice in the appliance market.
A broken motor coupler, failed lid switch or bad timer could also prevent this type of washer from spinning. On top-load, vertical modular washers (washers whose lid is always locked during the entire wash cycle), a failed shifter assembly or worn drive belt can prevent the washer from spinning the wash load.
If you see any water leaking from your valves, it's a sign that they need to be replaced. If a valve begins to leak, it can lead to significant water waste. For example, the average household with one leak wastes more than 10,000 gallons of water annually.
The washing machine has hookups for two water lines on the back, one for hot water and one for cold. These lines are hooked up to the body of a solenoid valve. The image above shows the back and front of the solenoid valve. You can see that there are two valves, but they feed into a single hose.