Here are some tips for reducing your risk of water damage from your washing machine:
- Turn supply valves off while the home is unoccupied or washing machine is not in use.
- Leave a 3 to 4 inch gap between the back of the washing machine and the wall to avoid kinking the hose near the valve connection.
- Check the hoses for cracks, kinks or blisters, which are most commonly found near the hose connection every six months.
- Washing machine manufacturers recommend replacing washing machine hoses every five years and installing reinforced braided stainless steel hoses.
Source: The Institute for Business Home and Safety - www.disastersafety.org
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