Welded drums got me stuck in a spin cycle

[dulbobby33]

Every washer I look at these days has that sealed drum setup and I don't like how they can't be fixed once they start acting up. My sister-in-law's machine gave out after four years 'cause of it and now I'm worrying mine'll do the same. Does anybody know if any brands still make them with a drum that you can actually work on?

 

[5udsMast3r]

I completely understand your concerns about sealed drums, they can definitely cause headaches if something goes wrong. Some LG and Samsung front-load washers still come with detachable tubs, which can simplify repairs. If you're looking for something really durable and easy to fix, you can't go wrong with Speed Queen top-loaders.

What type of washer do you like better—front load or top load? And when you're considering options, how do you weigh the importance of easy repairs against energy efficiency?

 

[Wash_Doug]

Every washer I look at these days has that sealed drum setup and I don't like how they can't be fixed once they start acting up. My sister-in-law's machine gave out after four years 'cause of it and now I'm worrying mine'll do the same. Does anybody know if any brands still make them with a drum that you can actually work on?

+1 on @5udsMast3r's suggestion about the Speed Queen!
I've been using the TC5 for a few months now, and thankfully, still no complaints!
It's at a higher price point though but I've been reading Speed Queen is known for its commercial-grade durability and for being more serviceable!

 

[washer_naenae]

Every washer I look at these days has that sealed drum setup and I don't like how they can't be fixed once they start acting up. My sister-in-law's machine gave out after four years 'cause of it and now I'm worrying mine'll do the same. Does anybody know if any brands still make them with a drum that you can actually work on?

If you want to try other options outside of Speed Queen, try to check older-style and more basic top-load models from brands like Whirlpool and Maytag. I think the simpler the machine, the better for repairability!

 

[FrontLoadFred]

My brother faced a similar issue when the sealed drum on his washer gave out after about four years. He ended up getting a Speed Queen top-loader, and it's been incredibly reliable, super easy to fix and definitely built to last. I think older Whirlpool and Maytag top-loaders are also great choices if you're looking for something simple to repair without spending too much.

 

[dulbobby33]

Wow just the feedback I was hoping for! Thank you all for the great suggestions. I'm leaning toward a top-load machine and repairability is my biggest priority right now. For the simpler Maytag or Whirlpool models are there any particular model numbers that are known for being easy to service?