Washing machine leaking
Switch off power and water if safe, identify hose/door/filter area, and protect flooring.
What to do first
- Check whether the issue is isolated or affects the whole home.
- Take photos and note any recent changes, work or weather.
- Stop DIY if the task involves regulated work, hidden services, height or a safety risk.
What could be behind it
- Blocked filter/hose or setting issue
- Wear in pump/heater/seal
- Electrical or control component fault
These are common possibilities, not a diagnosis of your specific home.
When to stop doing it yourself
Stop if you are unsure of the cause, cannot isolate the system safely, need to open fixed electrical/gas equipment, work at height, disturb hidden building fabric, or the problem is getting worse.
QUOTE CHECK
Typical quote components
- Call-out
- Parts
- Labour
PARTS / TOOLS
Possible items involved
- Inlet hose
- Drain hose
How to describe it to a professional
My washing machine is leaking water.
NEXT STEP
Move from symptom to action.
Compare the right service, understand the quote and keep the completed work in My Home.