{"id":1643,"date":"2025-02-28T18:31:35","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T18:31:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/blog\/tips-to-remove-mold-from-washing-machines\/"},"modified":"2025-02-28T18:31:35","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T18:31:35","slug":"mold-removal","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/blog\/mold-removal\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Hacks to Banish Mold from Your Washing Machine"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Washing machine mold, which is typically found on the rubber gasket of front-loading machines, is a common household problem. This kind is caused by neglecting to clean the machine and\/or using it improperly. But don\u2019t worry. In this article, you\u2019re going to learn how to remove mold from washing machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just because a washing machine cleans laundry, this doesn\u2019t mean it cleans itself. It feeds on the moisture and detergent residue that the machine produces. With this in mind, here\u2019s how to remove it from washing machines and how to prevent it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-remove-mold-from-washing-machines\">How to Remove Mold from Washing\nMachines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, create a mold removal solution. You can either use a\ncommercial mildew cleaner or make your own mixture. Here are several homemade\ncleaners you can create:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2 cups water, \u00bd cup\nhydrogen peroxide, and \u00bc cup lemon juice \u2014 hydrogen peroxide and lemon juice\nare effective cleaners that combat mold and inhibit its growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 cups water, \u00bc cup lemon\njuice, and \u00bd cup distilled white vinegar \u2014 white vinegar is an all-around\ncleaner that you can use as an alternative to hydrogen peroxide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1-part vinegar and 4 parts water \u2014 just vinegar and water can do the trick if the growth in your washer gasket is in sparse amounts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1-part bleach and 4 parts\nwater \u2014 use bleach if the above-mentioned natural cleaners don\u2019t work for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add your preferred cleaner into a spray bottle and mist the solution over the gasket. Put on rubber gloves to protect your hands and a dust mask to avoid inhaling spores. Then use a cloth or towel to clean the gasket thoroughly. For persistent spots, let the solution sit for a few minutes and use an old toothbrush.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you\u2019ve cleaned the rubber seal, it\u2019s time to purify the drum and hoses. Run a cycle on the hottest setting with your preferred remover; doing this will rinse away traces and odors from your washer drum and hoses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If a musty smell persists, it may be growing behind the washer drum. Call the manufacturer (if your machine is under warranty) or a qualified repair person. They can diagnose your washer and fix the mold problem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-prevent-mold-in-washing-machines\">How to Prevent Mold in Washing\nMachines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use only the right detergent. If you have a High-Efficiency (HE) washer, use High-Efficiency detergent. Non-HE detergent leaves behind too many suds that promote its growth. Use only the recommended amount of detergent for the same reason.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leave the door open after each wash to allow moisture inside the machine to escape. Doing so prevents the formation of a damp environment in which it can grow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remove wet clothes immediately after a wash. Not only does this\nprevent moisture and mold buildup, but it also prevents your clothes from\nsmelling musty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wipe the door gasket with your mildew cleaner regularly. Do so\nat least once a week to eliminate moisture and detergent residue that promotes\nmold growth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a dehumidifier where you keep the washer if the area is\nhumid. Humidity from outside the machine may contribute to the mold inside it,\nso make sure to fix the water or humidity problem. Set up a dehumidifier in the\nroom.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"for-water-damage-restoration-contact-the-puroclean-experts\">For water damage restoration,\ncontact the PuroClean experts!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Follow these tips on how to remove mold from washing machines to eliminate the health risks associated with mold in your home. But, besides mold growth, washing machines are prone to other problems like overflowing. Learn what to do if your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/blog\/what-can-i-do-if-my-washing-machine-overflowed\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">washing machine overflows<\/a>. Take a look at how to prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/blog\/be-proactive-in-preventing-water-damage-from-pipes-and-appliances\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">water damage from other appliances<\/a> as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even with all measures in places, water damage from washing machines can still occur. If that happens to you, know that PuroClean is ready to come to your property\u2019s rescue. For flood water damage repair and water removal services, contact your <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/86heKzvWMRrThoHn6\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">local PuroClean office<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Washing machine mold, which is typically found on the rubber gasket of front-loading machines, is a common household problem. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":636,"featured_media":19595,"template":"","blog-category":[10],"class_list":["post-1643","blog","type-blog","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","blog-category-mold-restoration"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/1643","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/blog"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/636"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog\/1643\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/19595"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1643"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"blog-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puroclean.com\/jericho-ny-puroclean-jericho\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/blog-category?post=1643"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}