Atlanta, GA (BUSINESS WIRE) 26 September 2011

A new study by the Insurance for Business and Home Safety found that the damage brought the waters of household appliances in connection given to one of the 10 most important reasons for the loss of water of the housing, for lost time in the average cost of $ 5300 will be paid after the deductible.

After reviewing more than 500 claims in connection with the washing machine, it was found that more than half of the reported problem occurs if the inlet hose (which brings water into the engine) fails. Drain and run engine failure accounted for 28% of the next.

The life of the disc should be considered when the failure rate used mainly on the failure of internal components, engine hose leakage or rupture.

for two-thirds of all failures washing machine. Most equipment is 8 years old when the first error occurs. Because the tube is not replaced until they fail, it is determined that the age of tube failure about the same as serviceable machine

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most machines only slightly older when they begin to break, to the internal components. The mounting of the motor / pump is a common cause, accounting for 40% of all claims will be verified.

For unknown reasons, higher claims in the southern region of the country, found as much as 67% higher than in the northern states.

He also determined that the location of the washing machine at home can have an impact on the incidence and severity of losses when errors can occur. For machines located on the lower level or basement, are the presence of sump pumps or other drainage devices are often more severe water damage occurs prevented. Unit is located upstairs near their place of removed electronic goods or valuable furniture, which can substantially increase the costs involved with each incident of water damage.

Water Damage Local.com recommend a good washing machine in the basement or upper floor of the house. Engine failure on the first floor of a house account for about 30% larger losses on their position relative to other valuable items.

the damage to be minimized by a defective unit:

? Watch for signs that the inlet hose may be willing to fail. If the tube is used, or are there visible bubbles, go ahead and replace the hose.

Finally follow the instructions of the manufacturer to reduce the risk of other types of washing machine water losses. Never overload the machine, always use a detergent designed for this kind of usage and try to run the washing machine when someone is at home.

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