View Full Version : Plumbing, washing machine drain overflows
ladysonya
Feb 11, 2007, 11:57 AM
When my washing machine drains, the water backs ups and overflows out of the pipe. I tried to flush out any blockage with a steady flow of water down the pipe and there was no back up or overflow. It only happens when my washing machine drains. What could be the problem?
ballengerb1
Feb 11, 2007, 12:45 PM
I am assuming this isn't a new machine. New machines may have a higher capacity pump and it can overwhelm the drain. The steady flow of water will not have enough force to open any blockage, you need to rod that pipe a good 20 feet. Then flush with plenty of hot water.