I recently had a plumber finish the water pipes and drains for my washer, but he had to leave in a hurry and didn't hook it up. Now I'm wondering if it's something I can easily do myself or if I really need to hire a professional to get it done right. Can anyone guide me on how simple or complicated this process might be?
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It’s super simple! If you can handle a garden hose, you can handle this. Just match the hot and cold hoses correctly and insert the drain hose into the drain pipe. Each connection is straightforward, just like hooking up a spigot outside!
And remember, using quality hoses makes a difference! The cheap ones can cause leaks and issues later.
Yes, hooking up the hoses is pretty straightforward! You just need to screw them on, and a wrench might help to tighten them a bit. Make sure the drain hose is placed properly so it can empty into the drain without issues. Don't forget to check for leaks once you turn the water on!
Also, zip tie that drain hose to avoid it popping out. Trust me, it saves a lot of headaches!
Just a heads-up, don't over-tighten! Using a wrench on plastic connections can cause damage. Hand-tightening should do the trick.
If you can do the following three things, you're golden! 1) Screw the supply hoses onto the back of the washer, 2) Place the drain tube in the drain, and 3) Plug it into the outlet. That’s all there is to it! Just remember to make sure the washer is level before you finish setting it up. YouTube has great tutorials if you need a visual guide!
Totally! Just make sure the hot goes to hot and the cold goes to cold. I once saw a washer work improperly just because the lines were crossed!