The odds of getting your washing machine repaired right the first time aren’t great. Only 61 percent of all repairs were done correctly on the first attempt, according to a Consumer Reports’ survey.

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

Speed Queen and LG have been recognized as the most reliable washer and dryer brands of 2026, according to combined findings from appliance repair technicians, expert testing, and large-scale consumer ...

New 2026 reliability rankings for washers and dryers reveal a divide between consumer data and repair technician opinions, especially on LG and Samsung. While large-scale surveys and service call ...

When your washing machine breaks, how do you know whether to roll up your sleeves, work the phones to find a repair technician, or give in and swipe your Visa at the nearest appliance dealer? It’s a ...