Over time, the inner workings of a washing machine can break and will need to be replaced. If your washing machine has started to overflow, there are many things that could be wrong with it. Most of the repairs can be done within the course of just a few hours if you hire a professional to do the job for you. The following guide walks you through a few reasons why your washing machine may overflow.
Low Water Pressure
There is a water pressure valve inside of the washing machine that allows water to come into the machine. When the water pressure coming from your home into the machine is too low, the valve does not register that water is coming through it and the water may keep coming into your machine, even after the machine has turned off because the door to the valve has not closed all the way. The water pressure coming into the washing machine can be increased manually by changing the pressure on the pressure regulator to the home. If you have never done this before, allow a repair person to do it to ensure that the pressure is set at the proper level for your needs.
Clog in the Air Tube
There is a small tube built into the bottom of the washer where the water flows out of the washer when you are done with a rinse cycle. From time to time, this tube can become clogged and doesn't allow water to exit the washer. When this happens, a repair person will have to remove the inner tub of the washing machine to reach the tube and then clean it out to remove any clogs. Once the blockage is removed, the washer should drain properly and stop overflowing.
Malfunctioning Pressure Switch
Inside of the washing machine is a pressure switch that identifies when the water level is appropriate for the settings you chose for the wash. If the pressure switch is not working properly, the washer will continuously fill with water and eventually overflow. A repair person can replace a pressure switch very easily if needed.
The best thing to do if your washer is overflowing is to cut off the water supply to the washing machine and call a professional repair company (such as Master Tech Mechanical) right away. You need to get the repair done as soon as possible so that the water wills top overflowing into your laundry room because it could be causing damage to the flooring of your home.
