Noticed that your clothes are coming out of the washer with a less-than-fresh-smell or has there been an odor wafting from your washing machine? The culprit is likely a washing machine in need of ...

While your washer could be self-cleaning thanks to the soap and hot water constantly being cycled through, this appliance still requires a deep clean now and then—since it can be a breeding ground for ...

ABC7 viewers have weighed in with their own tips after our story about moldy, stinky washing machines. Front-load washing machines are known to have these problems because water gets tramped inside, ...

Some owners of front-load washing machines have complained of mold, so 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney partnered with Consumer Reports with how to deal with the odor. Several class action lawsuits ...

Soap scum, fabric softener residue, and trapped moisture create the perfect environment for mildew and odor-causing bacteria to take hold in your washing machine—and those stinky smells can transfer ...

Is there a funky smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

You don’t need to leave the door wide open after every load. Just a few inches is enough to allow air to circulate and let ...

The first hint that your washer has a mildew problem is usually the musty odor. Even after running a load of laundry, your ...

Many of us may be guilty of not cleaning our washing machines as regularly as we should. While we may pay extra attention to other areas of our kitchen, including our cooking areas, we may forget that ...

Q. I have had a washer for five years now, and am getting a horrible smell from it - so bad I have to keep the lid down. It smells like rotten socks. What is wrong and what can I do about it? The ...