Arcanegirl

my washing machine is playing up, i dont think its draining the water out.

Who would i call out to fix it and what sort of prices am i looking at for a callout (presuming i dont need any new parts)

moomin_troll

i think its best to call a plummer and from what ive heard they are expensive do you have any insurance /warrenty on the machine?

Arcanegirl

Nope, nothing at all :/

PeanutBean

We got someone out for leakage one time, was maybe £50 to check on it but we didn't need new parts. It'll be cheaper if you use someone who is not e.g. Hotpoint or whatever brand you machine is. Try going to your local electrical shop (independent if you have one rather than Comet etc) and ask them for a number. Otherwise it's pot luck with Yellow Pages! Good luck!

Arcanegirl

(its a whirlpool) They charge £30-40 for callout and £75 for callout plus repair, according to a website listing charges for the big companies.

I expected more but i think ill look for someone local and see what they charge.

Mamafy

Are you able to open the door hun?

Have you checked the outlet pipe at the back isnt blocked/kinked?

have you cleaned the filter out?

Have you tried using a different spin option?


Do all these before spending money, it may be something simple.

Arcanegirl

Outlet pipe i cant check untill Rob is home. im not allowed to lift heavy things atm,
Filter is cleaned, i found a sock in there lol but its still having probs,
Tried all options there are but still no luck

polo_princess

Look in your local newspaper hun, you tend to find the cheaper one man band plumbers in there who dont charge the earth!!

Caroline

Hope you get it sorted hun.

I had to call out plumber this morning cos our boiler had flooded the garage. When OH took top of, there was a mini fountain, and had to have a part replaced. Dreading the bill.

Must be something in the air today.

Arcanegirl

Ive got a quote for £35 for first hour and £25 for each hour after plus cost of parts. Does that sound any good or keep looking?