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[–] MeanElevator@aussie.zone 6 points 4 months ago (1 children)

Leak fix might as simple as tightening the hose clamp, or patching the hose. Biggest issue is actually moving the washing machine cause those bastards are heavy.

I wouldn't be calling a plumber just yet. They'll charge you a few hundred bucks for a $5 fix.

DIY YouTube videos are your friends in this case :)

Don't stress. This shit happens to everyone at some point.

[–] StudChud@aussie.zone 3 points 4 months ago* (last edited 4 months ago) (1 children)

Thank you πŸ’œ I needed this. And yeah I wasn't gonna get a plumber for the washing machine, was gonna do what you suggested and find a YT vid on it, and research a bit on repairing it. Dad said he would help me with it if I need :D

Edit: oh the washing machine isn't that heavy, it's a refurbished top loader and dad reckons they're easier than front loaders πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ but yeah it moves surprisingly easy. Side note: I always forget my massive fridge actually has little wheels, it looks heavy but it moves easy too lol

Thank you πŸ’œ

[–] MeanElevator@aussie.zone 5 points 4 months ago

No worries :)

And if your old man is willing to help, he doesn't see you as a failure. Knowing when to ask for help is a sign of a sound mind. I low key love it when my kids (they're teens, but still) ask me for help. Us middle aged/older folks like to feel useful at times.