Will dog hair ruin my washing machine? Get Your Pet Thinking

When You Wash Blankets with Dog Hair, Will It Clog Washing Machine?

When our appliance repair technicians are out in the field, one of the more common questions our customers ask is, “Will pet hair ruin washer?” The answer is no, it won’t destroy your washing machine, but it can definitely cause damage over time. That damage can lead to a breakdown and repair that could have otherwise been avoided.

Pet hair is troublesome enough to remove from rugs, blankets, and clothing when they’re dry, but add water to the mix, and it can become a near impossible task. That’s why it’s important to understand what the hair is doing to your machine, how to prevent it from happening, and what products are available to assist you in keeping your laundry hair-free.

Washing your clothes and keeping your pet’s bed smelling fresh is an important part of keeping things in your home clean. However, you won’t be able to do that with a clogged machine drain! Terry’s plumbing is your solution for all things clogged, give us a call today at (412) 364-9114 so we can get things back up and running.

There is no denying that everyone loves their pets–one thing no one is fond of though is the amount of hair they leave behind. Pet hair is not just a problem for owners, but it is also a problem for your washing machine! What most pet parents don’t know is that over time pet hair can ruin your washing machine. When you add water to pet hair it instantly clumps. These clumps can block the small drainage holes in the machine’s drum or block the main drainage hose.

The best way to preserve your washing machine is to practice preventative care–that means dealing with the pet hair before putting your laundry in the washer. Methods can vary depending on the items being put in your washing machine. A quick fix for clothing is to use a lint roller or masking tape to pick up loose hair.

After all your clothes and bedding are clean you have one more thing to do–clean your washing machine! The best way to do this is to first run an empty cycle. This rinses away any hair and debris that could lead to a clog. Next, you should wipe down the drum of your machine to disinfect it. Doing so also gives you another chance to make sure all the excess hair is gone. Finally, you should check the drain for clumps of hair or stuck debris. On most machines the drain located on the front of your machine underneath a metal panel.

Next, for your bedding, put on a rubber glove and swipe it across the article of bedding. Excess hair or hair embedded in the fabric will ball up and stick to the glove making it easy to throw away. Another option is to toss the item in the dryer first along with a dryer sheet. If you let the dryer run on a no heat cycle for 10 minutes, the dryer sheet will loosen pet hair so that it gets caught in your dryer’s lint trap.

All helpful suggestions to keep pet owners and their washing machines happy. It’s also a good idea to run an empty wash cycle once in a while and wipe down any hair left on the inside of the drum. Or let the machine dry and then vacuum inside with a soft attachment.

When things get hairy, it might be tempting to toss everything right into the washing machine. But Consumer Reports says that’s one of the worst things you can do. When you mix water and pet hair, it clumps. It can get caught in those little drain holes inside of your washer drum or even clog your drain pumps. And that could put a lot of stress on your plumbing.

A lint roller can be another quick fix—or even some masking tape—to pick up hair in a snap.

Pet hair isnt just a problem for your clothing, it’s also pretty bad for your washing machine.

In spots where pet hair becomes embedded in fabric, wear a damp rubber glove to sweep hair together so it lifts off easily.

Stop Pet Hair From Ruining Your Washer

We love our dogs, there is no denying that, but the thing none of us are too fond of is the amount of hair they leave behind. This is especially true when we put their blankets and bedding in the washing machine, only to discover the entire thing is blocked with dog hair.

Sometimes, it’s so bad that the entire machine is destroyed. However, there is a way you can get your pet’s things nice and clean without trashing your washer.