I got a little change in my pocket

How many of you check the pockets of your pants before throwing them in the washer or dryer?

Show of hands.....

I didn't always, that is until I was responsible for the repairs on the laundry units. I use to have so much in them too. Anything from movie tickets to gum, or my parent's favorite: rubber bands for my braces in junior high.

What I didn't realize then but have learned over the years of working at Green's Appliance, Heating and Cooling is that it can be costly! There are many dangers to washers and dryers with leaving items in the pockets of our clothing.

Items can get into the pump of the washer. This can stop draining, cause noises, leaks and even premature failure of your washer. Repairs can range from $100 to $350 or more.

Did you know that a warranty does not cover this repair either? That's right. If there is debris in your BRAND NEW washer's pump, it's coming out of your pocket, pun not intended.

The most common item our appliance technicians find in a washer pump is pocket change. We'd like to save you from unnecessary repair costs and recommend you check those pockets!

Be careful washing rugs as well. Our technicians have found the rubber backing the pumps. They recommend taking items such as rugs to a commercial landromat, the machines are built for that kind of job unlike most residential units.

So if have change in your pocket going jingle lingle ling... save your money and laundry units and empty them out.

A couple examples from the past week relating to this topic are:

Washer machine repair, GE model# WCVH6260FWW: Our tech Paul was called out due to a washer stopping in the middle of cycles. He ended up cleaning the pump and sump, finding several objects. After cleaning the unit of the debris, he cycled the washer just fine.

Dryer repair: LG model# DLE7177WM: Jamie was dispatched to a customer's home who was having a noise complaint. Jamie found a penny stuck in the drum seal on the rear of the drum which was grinding on the back plate. Checking their pockets could have saved them a pretty penny.