Reactive Blog #3 - Simple Ways To Fix Your Humming Washing Machine

Simple Ways To Fix Your Humming Washing Machine

Washing machines, like most household appliances, are used constantly tend to go wrong a lot. One of the most common and overlooked problems is a strange humming sound coming from the machine. A lot of the problems this may be are an easy fix, that can be done by yourself.

Carbon Brushes In The Motor

If the washing machine is sounding as if it is working but then the drum is not turning (as well as the humming), the most likely reason could be worn out carbon brushes in the motor. The brushes are located on both sides of the motor are really cheap and easy to replace to replace.

Washing Machine Pump

A slight humming noise may be caused by a jammed pump trying to turn. The most common explanation for the pump not spinning is a small piece of clothing caught in the pump. The only way to fix this problem is taking the machine apart so that you can remove the stuck item. However, this problem may also be due to a bearing fault, in which case the pump will need to be changed

Drain Hose 

If your washing machine is still working fine and you’re getting your clothes nice and clean, but it still makes a humming sound while it's in the draining stage. There could be a problem with the drain hose. To Resolve this issue, you can try and get the drain hose replaced. Hopefully, this will solve your problem. If it still continues to make the annoying humming noise, then there is still something
wrong with the water supply.

Water Supply

If you are still having problems with the water supply and the washing machines seems like it is not taking in water (as well as the humming), it seems like it could be that the water isn’t flowing properly or at all. Check inside and see the water supply in the machine and check that the taps are actually on. Then fully unplug the washing machine for extra safety and turn off the taps supplying water to it. Unscrew the fill hoses from the water valve. Hold the hose over a bucket and turn on the taps to see if there is a decent water supply coming through the hose.


If the water flow is still not that great, then we suggest you check for any blockage in the water valve’s filter. This fault is rare, but it's still worth a check. Carefully take off the water valve filter with flat pliers and clean the filter. Be careful, as most filters are made of brittle plastic and can easily break and it’ll cost more to replace. If the water flow is slow or if there is no water coming through the hose, then there is likely a plumbing fault. This usually happens in the winter as sometimes the pipes can freeze.

Still Having Troubles?

If you are still having troubles you can ask one of us at Reactive for help at:
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