Washing Machine In Garage Freeze

How to protect washing machines.

Washing machine in garage freeze.

Perhaps the most vulnerable appliance to extreme cold weather is your washing machine because of the constant use of water. The winter of 13 14 was especially brutal especially in january when it had dipped in to the negative double digits outside. Knowing how freezing can hurt your washer and knowing how to prevent this damage will help your appliance last a long time. Fortunately the washing machine resumed working with no harm done.

If your washer is stored in an area where freezing can occur or it will be moved in freezing temperatures follow the instructions below to winterize the washer and prevent damage to the washer. At the end of the wash cycle you may find that excess water may freeze inside the hoses and pumps causing leakage when the weather becomes warmer. My garage is unheated and happens to be where the washer and dryer. Disconnect the hoses from the water supply and drain out the water from the hoses.

If you keep your washing machine in a place where temperatures dip below freezing such as a garage or in an rv you put your machine at risk for damage from frozen water. The garage temperature needs to be kept above freezing 32 f or the water components water lines water valves and the water reservoir may become damaged. Hi my daughter moved into this house where the washer and dryer are in the garage. Washing machines in the garage run the risk of freezing during winter weather.

When the temperature falls below freezing i try to remember to leave this radiator close to the washing machine on frost protection setting. In areas with below freezing winter temperatures the washer may suffer damage when hoses or valves freeze and burst. If you have an ice maker and the appliance is connected to a water supply your hoses can freeze just like those in your washer. Turn off water supply faucets.

So my own experience shows how a garage is a bad place to install a washing machine. Pay attention to winter weather forecasts and take precautions to protect the washing machine when frigid temperatures are expected. Like washing machines you should proceed with caution if storing your freezer in the garage.