Washing Machine Died...what in your opinion is the best brand?

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:26 pm

My lovely poc washing machine (an GE model) died 3 weeks ago...:-5 It was 2 years old...:-5 of course the warranty ran out a month before it died:-5....ok, folks, in your opinion what would you suggest...I'm looking at a front end loader...and how long have you had your model and I want opinions. If you have a GE model, don't bother.:wah:

along-for-the-ride · Post by **along-for-the-ride** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:31 pm

Welcome back, Duckie. So sorry about the demise of your washing machine.

My washing machine is a "Roper" brand. I've used it for several years. No frills. So far so good.

Rapunzel · Post by **Rapunzel** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:36 pm

Isn't it a pain in the butt when household appliances die? :-5

I replaced mine about a year ago with a Hotpoint which works perfectly. I had a Beko before that because it was a bit cheaper and it never worked properly! That's one brand I would never recommend! :-5

Good luck in your search for a replacement. :-6

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 1:38 pm

I have a marvellous washing machine, dish wasker, cooker, cleaner........ his name's Peter.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 3:40 pm

oscar;1211712 wrote: I have a marvellous washing machine, dish wasker, cooker, cleaner........ his name's Peter.

when can he start?:sneaky:

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 3:50 pm

I've had a Kenmore for over ten years, and a matching dryer. A workhorse, I had up to 10 loads a day for the first two years my husband was ill. Still is working great.

Bill Sikes · Post by **Bill Sikes** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 4:43 pm

qsducks;1211704 wrote: I'm looking at a front end loader...

A front-end loader is a piece of mining machinery - are you sure you want that in your kitchen? I *know* it won't be good for your underwear.

I don't think it matters much what the brand is, as long as it's got a drum which periodically reverses when it washes - if it doesn't do this, the washing has a tendency to roll up, and not get washed or rinsed properly - and when it spins, *oh!* The *noise*!

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:03 pm

our brands are probably different over here so cant help you there but my daughter has a front loader and swears by it and it saves water

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:04 pm

Bill Sikes;1211801 wrote: A front-end loader is a piece of mining machinery - are you sure you want that in your kitchen? I *know* it won't be good for your underwear.

I don't think it matters much what the brand is, as long as it's got a drum which periodically reverses when it washes - if it doesn't do this, the washing has a tendency to roll up, and not get washed or rinsed properly - and when it spins, *oh!* The *noise*!

Do you have your washing machine in the kitchen

G-man · Post by **G-man** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 8:14 pm

oscar;1211712 wrote: I have a marvellous washing machine, dish wasker, cooker, cleaner........ his name's Peter.

That Peter sure is a great guy... he's not a Dick at all, contrary to what I've heard from certain folks here on FG...

Sounds like you got a lemon.

You've gotta' go with the front loaders... LG is good and so is Kenmore. You might want to upgrade your old dryer, though... make it match and all.

Victoria · Post by **Victoria** » Tue Jun 30, 2009 10:55 pm

I will stick with Miele. They last forever..

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 12:13 am

If its only 2 yrs old have you considered having a repairman look at it ? I dont even know if they have belts but maybe its something stupid like that.

You were in Ireland, did you **** any leprachauns off ?

YZGI · Post by **YZGI** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 7:21 am

Nomad;1211861 wrote: If its only 2 yrs old have you considered having a repairman look at it ? I dont even know if they have belts but maybe its something stupid like that.

You were in Ireland, did you **** any leprachauns off ?
I've just thought of a lot of 4 letter words that seem to fit into those asterisks.:yh_rotfl

Imladris · Post by **Imladris** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:05 am

Why not look on the Good Housekeeping website and see what they recommend.

GHI Accredited products :: Homes :: All About You

We've just replaced our dishwasher that died with a new one from Bosch, the repairman recommended it as it's easy to reprogramme if it goes wrong. Not the same I know but the advice my apply to washers too.

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:27 am

Nomad;1211861 wrote: If its only 2 yrs old have you considered having a repairman look at it ? I dont even know if they have belts but maybe its something stupid like that.

You were in Ireland, did you **** any leprachauns off ?

Eff a lephrecaun? You jest:wah: Weenies they are.

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:31 am

Ok, staying away from the GE's & anything that starts with the letter B...going with a whirlpool/kenmore...hunting for that for 3 days...got it for just under $450...on clearance. Of course, I have to get the flatbed truck and drive to Delaware but its tax free also...not bad.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:33 am

qsducks;1212047 wrote: Ok, staying away from the GE's & anything that starts with the letter B...going with a whirlpool/kenmore...hunting for that for 3 days...got it for just under $450...on clearance. Of course, I have to get the flatbed truck and drive to Delaware but its tax free also...not bad.

Hint: If you go to Home Depot and they have the same brand as the one you bought they will beat that by 10%

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:35 am

Nomad;1212050 wrote: Hint: If you go to Home Depot and they have the same brand as the one you bought they will beat that by 10%

Yes and I will kill hubs today...called home depot on Sunday...they had 3 discontinued models...for under $400...sold out yesterday.:-5

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:38 am

qsducks;1212053 wrote: Yes and I will kill hubs today...called home depot on Sunday...they had 3 discontinued models...for under $400...sold out yesterday.:-5

That sounds like a plan. Beat him within an inch of his life while you say happy anniversary snookums.

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:41 am

Nomad;1212055 wrote: That sounds like a plan. Beat him within an inch of his life while you say happy anniversary snookums.

And give him dirty pants in the morning for work:yh_rotfl. Running out of socks & work pants at the mo. Yup, going down to Delaware tonight for the newest gadget. Most places I called were looking for over $800 for a front end loader...no way am I paying that...lucked out with the Sears dent & scratch dept.:wah:

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 8:59 am

qsducks;1212057 wrote: And give him dirty pants in the morning for work:yh_rotfl. Running out of socks & work pants at the mo. Yup, going down to Delaware tonight for the newest gadget. Most places I called were looking for over $800 for a front end loader...no way am I paying that...lucked out with the Sears dent & scratch dept.:wah:

You should mark his shorts with a brown indelible marker. You know just for fun.

Kathy Ellen · Post by **Kathy Ellen** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 9:10 am

I love Sear's products Ducky... I have a new Kenmore double decker...good product:-6

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Jul 01, 2009 9:29 am

Nomad;1212073 wrote: You should mark his shorts with a brown indelible marker. You know just for fun.
Oh yes, the undeniable skid mark:yh_rotfl

Kathy Ellen;1212088 wrote: I love Sear's products Ducky... I have a new Kenmore double decker...good product:-6

Yeah, the sears store down in Delaware couldn't be beat....at this point I don't care...the dude needs pants.:wah: