Need a new washer dryer suggestions???

[fredsaid2]

I have a Frigidaire front load washer and dryer. The washer is $548.00 right now at Lowes. I've had this set for almost 2 yrs, no issues, very pleased with the performance.

 

[czygvtwkr]

Our washer just took a crap last Saturday, Maytag almost 13 years old, agitator stopped moving, removed back panel and everything is enclosed and sealed, decided it wasnt worth a service call, so DW and I headed to Lowes Sunday morning. We just recently got our Consumer Report yearly best buy rating edition thingie, so I checked it out, they also report that the front loaders are having a mildew and mold problem, and to beware. We werent interested in front loader so no problem there. The Consumer Report best buy top loader is a GE, stainless steel tub one that goes for around $500. At Lowes its $499.00, thats the one we got. It has no big agitator like the old machines do, just this small 5/6 inch thing guess its called a infuser, DW wife as been on washing tear since Monday washing all kinds of stuff. Its very quiet and I have heard no complaints from her about it. I dont think you can beat Lowes, free next day delivery they hook up everthing and take the old washer away free, saves me from making at trip to the dump.

LETS GO CAPS Was hoping for a shutout last night.

That's exactly what I got, the only problem is it's so quiet sometimes I think its broken and isn't working and have to check.

 

[pixiegirl]

SoMDGirl no, your cool you can stay. You actually put good info into the thread.

Otter on the other hand, Dude really?
This board has plenty of places to screw around, do it there please.

Pixie, what model of WP did you get? What size washer did you get? I'm looking at one that washes 4.0 CF. This being my first W/D I have had to purchase, I have no clue how much 4.0 CF will actually wash.

I don't plan on getting the Pedestals simply because I plan on stacking the dryer on top of the washer.

I'm assuming you are a man, and if you ask any man the answer to this it will always be the same. As much as you can stuff in there.

Remember, these do not have the agitator in the center, so you can "stuff" more in there.

This is the one I have and it may answer your questions.
Whirlpool at Lowe's: 4.0 Cu. Ft. Ultra Capacity Plus Front-Load Washer (Color: White) ENERGY STAR®

I'm pretty sure we have the ones in the link. I FULLY agree about getting the pedestals. We have them and I still have to bend over a little to switch out loads and I'm only 5'4". If you don't want to shell out the money to buy them my mom had some built for hers and painted them the same color as her laundry room. Cheaper alternative. I leave the washer door open when not in use and haven't had any mold/mildew problems at all.

 

[SA475]

Hey everyone. Was washing clothes the other day, and I heard a bad squeal come from my washer. Went down stairs and my laundry room was full of smoke. Washer agitator was locked up. I was able to get it unfrozen, but I'm going to replace both washer and dryer as they both look like they have had better days.

Any suggestions on a good product to get. I'd like to keep it under $1500 also, and I'm looking at front loader washer and dryer.

Thanks.

I have a front load W/D set (Kenmore Elite HE). I'd highly recommend it... But as I was told - be sure to leave the door on the washer cracked a little after you wash so it can dry out. Otherwise you might get mildew. I also like to do a set of whites (with bleach) between the darks - just to be on the safe side...