It’s no secret that many people are looking for ways to save money on their monthly bills. One way to do this is by using your washing machine more efficiently. You can follow these simple steps to make sure that you are getting the best life out of your washing machine.

·          Keep a watch while your washing machine is doing the wash cycle. It could be very cost-effective for you to stop the machine and switch it straight into spin mode if you find that you are running out of time before the end of the cycle

·          Reduce how hot you heat up your water during the summer months. When it comes to washing machines, hotter is not always better. Washing your clothes in hot water can be very harsh on the fabric and will reduce their lifespan

·          Avoid using too much detergent or soap for your clothing items. It might seem like a good idea to wash your clothes with an excessive amount of soap because of how dirty they might be, but this will reduce how well your clothes items perform, and it will also cause them to wear out quicker

·          Be careful when using bleach on your clothing items. When you add too much bleach to the wash cycle of your washing machine, you could end up weakening the fabric of the clothing items that you are trying to wash

·          If you are using a front load washing machine, choose the smaller sized washing machine option. This will cut down on the amount of energy that it takes to heat up your water and, therefore, will reduce your monthly bill even further

·          Allow your laundry items to dry out in direct sunlight when possible. The sun can actually help to sanitize your clothing items while you are letting them dry out. Another option is to use a clothesline instead of using an electrically powered drying machine

·          Use the eco-cycle setting on your washing machine when possible, especially if you have particularly dirty laundry items that need an extra deep clean. It uses minimal amounts of water and power to complete the wash cycle

·          Wipe around the gasket seal on your washing machine after every time you use it. This will prevent any soap residue from building up and this will ensure that no mold or germs develop inside your washing machine during between uses

·          Use hot water and a gentle laundry product for your washing machine only when it is absolutely necessary. When you use harsh chemicals in your washing machine, it can shorten the lifespan of the machine and will cause more damage to the items that you are trying to wash

·          If you notice that there is still water left inside your washing machine after you exit the wash cycle, do not put the machine into spin mode. This will just cause excess water to drip out of your clothing items, which will also damage them

·          Avoid putting too many clothes inside your washing machine at once. You can use less power and water if you only fill it up with the amount of laundry that it can handle, and this will increase how long your washing machine lasts

·          Keep a watchful eye on the water pressure that is used during the wash cycle. If you notice that it seems like too much water is being used, go ahead and open up the door to allow some excess water to slowly drip off of your clothing items

·          Try to use cold water whenever possible. Using cold water does not do as much damage to the fabric of your clothing items, and you will save money on your energy bill each month if you avoid using hot water during the wash cycle

·          Avoid putting too many bulky or heavy clothing items into one washer. You should only put clothing items that are similar in size and weight into one washer to avoid them from bunching up or getting tangled together

·          If you have an electric-powered washing machine, always unplug it before making any repairs. This will prevent you from being injured while working on the washing machine and this will also reduce the risk of electric shock if water is still inside it

Summary/Conclusion: If you follow these simple steps, then your washing machine should last for many years. You will also save money on energy bills, and you can reduce the amount of detergent that you are using to wash your clothing items every month.