When My Washing Machine Is Draining It Overflows

What causes a washing machine drain to overflow.

When my washing machine is draining it overflows. Thats what happened to us. The pipe that the washer drains into can get overwhelmed and overflow all over the floor. Can I put Drano down my washing machine drain.

There are two likely causes for this phenomenon. The most common reason for overflowing is a blockage in the drain hose or standpipe. Often a simple do-it-yourself fix will be enough to repair the problem and get your.

Drain pipe not the proper size. Sometimes it will drain after the wash and not overflow but then after the rinse cycle as the water is draining out into the drain the water comes back and overflows the drain pipe. Washing machine drains overflow for two reasons clogged drains or drainpipes that are too small in diameter to handle the volume of water needed.

Using a metal coat hanger or with the help of auger you should try removing any cloglint that remained in. It overflows about 1 gallon per drain cycle when washing a large load. If your washing machine is overflowing there is no need to replace it.

The most likely problem is a clogged drain pipe. Reattach the flexible hose to the washing machine and insert the free end into the drain. One of the most common reasons for your washing machine drain to overflow is caused by a clog in the drain standpipe.

Otherwise you could fit a holding tank above the drain which is allowed to fill and provides time enough for it to drain out without overflowing. Turn off the power and lay down towels. Locate the drain hose.