I started doing some laundry today and my 10 year old washing machine started making a bunch of noise every time it tried to spin out. While I was hoping for a quick fix, I knew in my heart that my Kenmore/Whirlpool washing machine was on life support – with a full load of every pair of underwear I own.

First of all, I let the second 3 year extended warranty lapse. The warranty had served me well – I had already had 1 transmission, 1 timer, and 3 tubs replaced free of charge. I had also have had at least 1 out of warranty repair. The repairman is supposed to come look at it on Monday and fix it. He thinks it’s an easy repair. I think it’s a transmission.

Stay tuned…