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GE washer leaking from bottom
Common reasons your GE washer is leaking from bottom
The most common reasons your GE washer is leaking from bottom are a clogged water valve assembly, broken motor or a cracked drain hose.
61% of the time it's the Water Valve Assembly
12% of the time it's the Motor
11% of the time it's the Drain Hose
16% of the time it's the Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a GE washer
Water Valve Assembly Replacement
The water valve assembly controls water flow into the washer. A clogged water valve inlet screen will prevent the wash tub from filling with hot water, cold water or both. Electrical failures in the valve may also prevent the valve from opening to allow water into the tub. The valve connects your home’s water supply to the washer. A faulty valve may begin leaking into the tub or around the connections to the water supply hoses. If you suspect a faulty water valve assembly, have a Sears Home Services professional inspect the washer and replace the valve if needed.
Motor Replacement
A broken washer motor will prevent the spin basket from rotating or agitating, and can also cause a variety of other issues that affect the washer’s ability to function properly. Signs that the motor is wearing out include unusual noises during operation, such as grinding or squealing sounds. The washer may also exhibit erratic spinning or agitation, with clothes not being properly rinsed or still soaking wet after the spin cycle. Additionally, a worn-out motor may lead to the washer not completing its cycles, stopping abruptly, or not starting at all. Burnt smells or overheating around the motor area can be indicative of internal problems. In some cases, visible damage to the motor itself may be apparent.
Drain Hose Replacement
A cracked washer drain hose produces leaks, and if the crack is small it can often go undetected until water is seen pooling around the bottom of the washer. Additionally, a cracked hose may also collapse, preventing water from efficiently draining from the tub. Water may accumulate inside the drum, resulting in prolonged washing cycles. If you suspect your washer drain hose is cracked, have it replaced by a Sears Home Services professional
Why is my GE washer leaking from underneath?
As soon as you discover the water leak, shut off the water supply valves behind your washer to prevent further leaking.
Shut off the house circuit breaker for your washing machine or unplug the washer power cord if you can safely reach the outlet plug without standing in water.
If the washer leaked a large amount of water, use a wet/dry vacuum or a mop and bucket to pick up the water on the floor.
Next, try to find the source of the water leak.
Check the fill hoses
One of the most common causes of a washing machine water leak is cracked or damaged fill hoses. Examine the fill hoses for cracks or damage and signs of leaking.
Replace the fill hoses if they’re leaking. This may quickly fix your washer leak.
Examine the washer drain system
Check the drain hose for cracks or damage. A leaking drain hose will cause a puddle to form behind that washer that can then spread across the entire laundry room floor. Replace the drain hose if it’s cracked or damaged.
Check for a clogged house drain for the washer. Water will back up and leak out of the stand pipe if the house drain is clogged. Clear the house drain for the washer using a plumber’s snake if the drain is clogged.
Check the door and door boot seal on a front-load washer
A damaged door, door lock or door boot seal could cause a front-load washer to leak water.
Check to see if the door closes properly. Check the strike on the door and see if it keeps the door shut properly. If you find problems, replace any damaged components.
Here’s a DIY repair video that shows how to replace a door lock assembly on a front-load washing machine:
A torn or damaged door boot seal is another common cause of washer leaks.
Examine the door seal for tears or damage. Check in between the folds of the door boot because the folds can hide a tear or damage.
Replace the door boot seal if it’s damaged. Here’s a video that shows how to replace the door boot seal on a common type of front-load washer:
Replacing the door boot on a front-load washer is a fairly advanced repair. If you’re not completely confident that you can safely and effectively replace the door boot on your own, schedule washer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to replace the door boot for you.
Look for excessive suds
Overdosing the washer with detergent or using the wrong kind of detergent can cause excessive suds to form during the cycle. The suds can overflow the tub or push out through the washer vent on a front load washer. Overflowing suds eventually dissipates as water on the floor around the washer.
Check the clothes inside the washer for suds and soap residue. If you see signs of oversudsing inside your washer, you may be using too much detergent or you could be using non-HE laundry detergent in an HE (High Efficiency) washer.
If you’re using non-HE detergent in an HE washer, switch detergents to an HE version. You’ll see the HE logo on HE detergent containers. You need to use HE detergent in HE washers because HE detergent is specially designed to create less suds while getting the clothes clean in a low water usage washer.
If you’re using the right laundry detergent in your washer and seeing excessive suds, use less detergent. In an HE washer, you typically won’t need to use more than a tablespoon of detergent to clean most loads.
Check the detergent dispenser
A clogged detergent dispenser can cause a leak. Check the detergent dispenser and clean it if you find that it’s clogged.
Leaking Water Inlet Valves
Grit or debris can get past the inlet water screens and wind up preventing an inlet water valve from closing fully. If you find the washer tub overflowing, you likely have a water valve that is stuck partially open.
Drain water out of the washer using a wet/dry shop vacuum. If it’s safe to plug the washing machine back in because there isn’t any water on the floor around the washer’s electrical outlet, you can use the washer drain pump to evacuate the water by running a Drain & Spin cycle. Unplug the washer after using that cycle if the floor around the washer is still wet.
Replace the water inlet valve assembly if a water valve is leaking and water constantly fills the washer even when it’s off.
Here’s a video that shows how to replace the inlet water valve assembly on a common type of front-load washer:
This video shows how to replace the water inlet valve assembly on a common top-load washer:
If you’re unable to find and resolve the leaking issue on your own, schedule repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to fix the machine.
What to expect when you experience a GE washer leaking from bottom issue
How is the leaking from bottom problem fixed?
Correcting most leaking from bottom problems usually involves replacing the water valve assembly, motor or drain hose. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
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Sears Home Services recommendations for a washer that is leaking from bottom
When the washer is leaking from bottom it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of washer failures.
What to look out for with a washer leaking from bottom diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your washer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
Troubleshooting a GE Washer Leaking Water
When you see your GE washer leaking water, you’ll need to take action fast to avoid damaging flooring and walls in your laundry room.
Check to see if the tub has overfilled and is overflowing. If the tub overflowed, a water valve could be stuck open. Shut off the hot and cold water supply valves behind the washer to stop the water flow. Unplug the washer and bail some water out of the tub to prevent continued leaking. Soak up water off the laundry room floor using a wet/dry shop vacuum and towels. After soaking up the water, you can plug the washer back in and run a drain cycle to drain water out of the tub.
To determine which water valve is leaking, unplug the washer to completely disconnect power and then open the cold water valve to see if the washer fills. If it does, then you know that the cold water valve is leaking and will need to be replaced.
If the cold water valve doesn’t leak, shut the cold water valve and open the hot water supply valve. If the washing machine begins filling because the hot water valve is stuck open, you’ll need to replace the hot water inlet valve.
In some GE washers, the hot and cold valves are only available as an assembly.
Schedule washer repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit your home and replace a leaking inlet water valve when your GE washer is leaking water.
Why is my GE Washer Leaking Water from Bottom?
If you find your GE washer leaking water from the bottom, try to end the cycle and drain water out of the washer using a Drain & Spin cycle if you’re able to safely operate the washer without standing in water. If the cycle is already finished and clothes inside the washer are spun dry, unplug the washer and remove the clothes.
With the tub drained and empty, the washer shouldn’t leak any more. You can clean up the water using a wet/dry shop vacuum, mop and towels.
If the washer continues leaking after stopping the cycle and unplugging the power cord, shut off the water supply faucets behind the washer to prevent continued leaking.
The cause of a GE washer leaking from bottom could be:
- Clogged house washer drain or standpipe.
- Leaking drain hose.
- Leaking fill hose.
- Inlet water fill valve stuck open and overfilling the tub.
- Leaking drain pump.
- Leaking tub seal.
- Damaged door boot on a front-load washer.
- Cracked washer tub.
With so many possible causes of a GE washer leaking from the bottom, it’s best to schedule washer service and have a Sears Home Services technician visit your home and fix the leaking washer.
Leaks under a GE washer often trace back to cracked pumps or worn seals. Pooling water endangers floors and invites mold. Instead of letting damage spread, opt for fix washing machine near me. Keeping water contained prolongs machine life and household safety.
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