Broken washing machine

[Karen]

We would discourage your from getting a Maytag washing machine, as the quality has gone downhill, the one we got didn't even last 6 years! Parts rotted out, and the machine was shoddily built. It was quite a disappointment. Make sure you check online reviews before you give anyone your money!

[caseysmom]

I agree with you there Karen. I assume you mean front loaders, in that case Kenmore has the best from what I have heard.

[Freedom]

I bought a new front loading high efficiency LG washer last Feb, 2009. I LOVE IT!!!!

I went to the library and checked with Consumer Reports.

[Catty1]

Front loader for sure...uses less water and energy, and cleans just as well without that agitator!

Good luck!

[smokey the elder]

I've had an LG front loader since 2008 (I think) and noticed an immediate drop in my water bill. The front loaders use HE detergent. A bottle of that lasts a LONG time.

[Cataholic]

I've had an LG front loader since 2008 (I think) and noticed an immediate drop in my water bill. The front loaders use HE detergent. A bottle of that lasts a LONG time.

Really? Can you quantify it? 50%? I have heard, but not experienced it first hand, that when one factors in the cost of the machine itself and the price of the detergent, the offset with the water bill is nominal. Now, that isn't to say there aren't other reasons for the front loaders besides saving money on water...but, I wonder about the marketing angle of things sometimes.

My top loader washer shows no signs of breaking (knock on wood). I will investigate front loaders at that time, and pray that the price has continued to fall.

As an aside- I have also heard that you can use 'normal' detergent...though you have to cut way back on it.

[Grace]

Funny you should ask - my washer repairman just left.

We have a Whirlpool Cabrio - top loading with front load action. Having a minor problem right now. Nothing to warrant a new machine.

But I did ask him, as a repairman, which is the best washer out there - as far as fewest repairs. He said SpeedQueen.