Our Whirlpool is on it's last legs at 11 years old.
We've (which means me as I got yelled at to open the door) we're using two screwdrivers to open it as the door handle/hinge broke off, until I found a cheap replacement handle and hinge for it on ebay.....
....but no sooner had I finished patting myself on the back for replacing the handle.... the power button is slipping from it's in-position, causing it to stop mid-cycle. I've cut a matchstick and jammied it in to the small gap at the side of the button to keep it switched on permanently.... so it's ok for now but trying to gauge what a good replacement brand could be.
2007-09-24 17:28:58 · 20 answers · asked by Narky 5 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
According to people who repair washing machines, they last on average 10 years, anything extra is a bonus.
I made a mistake with my first machine, I bought a Hotpoint washer/drier thinking I'd be saving space and money. A few months into having it it was announced that they had a problem from factory and that they'll be repaired for free, even after that it kept having all sort of troubles. We decided to get rid of it and we got ourselves a Miele, they cost a bit, what worth it, and as soon as we saved a bit we got a drier too.
Eight years later we've never had a problem with either machine and I've seen my friends getting rid of newer machines all this time. When it comes to washing machines I've learnt that it's the appliance where you should spend the most.
2007-09-24 18:11:15 · answer #1 · answered by fed up woman 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wow, 11 years is good! I had an Indesit which I bought 5 years ago, conked out on me last year just after the warranty expired (sod's law!). Replaced it with a Servis which I have found to be much more economical and the cycles are much quicker, can get a load done in just over an hour now where it used to be nearly 2.
2007-09-25 01:42:25 · answer #2 · answered by ChocLover 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I got a whirlpool recently to replace a 15 year old Zanussi and it is so much quieter and it tells me how long the cycle is and I love it. And it comes with an 8 year guarantee. I also replaced my Zanussi dishwasher with a whirlpool. Stick to whirlpool, they're great.
2007-09-25 20:52:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If its just the start button, why not get it fix properly, its not going to cost a fortune, and the chances are it will last longer than buying a new machine.rather than looking on the Internet, go to your local repair shop and buy a new start button. Most new appliances are only lasting 3yrs-5yrs other than the Bosch range which is what I'd spend my money on if i was replacing my machine
2007-09-25 01:42:08 · answer #4 · answered by junction 19 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It must be half 5 in the morning. Washing machine stories are being told. What the hell - mines a candy, AAA rated. A solid machine. Had it 3 years
2007-09-25 01:16:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a Miele,its about 4yrs old now & they are the best on the market.Not cheap but the most reliable & long lasting plus they have various models to choose from with varying prices.Built to last & very quiet in use.
2007-09-25 12:54:58 · answer #6 · answered by anna 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
bosch front loading washer and dryer wtu3500 apartment size works good came with the house we bought.
2014-09-09 17:33:03 · answer #7 · answered by bill 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
LG 3 Years old, still going strong.
By the way it uses much less water than a top loading machine. You also use less detergent. It's made a difference on my electric and water bills.
2007-09-25 01:18:04 · answer #8 · answered by Dude 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
well im glad your washing machine managed to get to the ripe old age of 11!!!! i wear my machines out in 5 years with all the washing i have to do!! i had a indecit and this was reliable, and ive now got a servis which does its job very well!!! i wouldnt get hotpoint has they always seem to break down frequently.
2007-09-25 00:37:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
We have a Hotpoint (UK) not very good build quality noisy when on full spin speed 1400 rpm.
would not buy Hotpoint again had a Hoover before seemed ok.
2007-09-25 02:23:30 · answer #10 · answered by Russell B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋