The one washing machine habit you need to break — it’s why your laundry smells bad.

GREENSBORO, N.C. — We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? "What you ...

Descaling improves cleaning results and conserves energy.

We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports has some ...

Your washing machine, like many of your other larger appliances, will need to be replaced. But how long do you have before you need to start shopping?

Cleaning a washing machine is an easy way to ensure you’re protecting your pricey laundry investment, as well as your wardrobe and linens, too.

Nobody really looks at their washing machine and thinks it could be making life less clean. You throw clothes in, press a few buttons, walk away and expect fresh laundry at the end. Simple. But if you ...

We’ve all been there. The washer sounds like a jet engine and then suddenly stops mid-cycle. It’s the age-old question every homeowner will face. To repair or to replace? Consumer Reports has what to ...