Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Noticed that your clothes are coming out of the washer with a less-than-fresh-smell or has there been an odor wafting from your ...

Is there a funky smell coming from your washing machine? If you have a front-loader, it could be mold or mildew. The problem's been around for years, but why? Consumer Reports scientists have some ...

Some owners of front-load washing machines have complained of mold, so 7 On Your Side's Michael Finney partnered with Consumer Reports with how to deal with the odor. Several class action lawsuits ...

Does your laundry room smell like mildew, stinky socks, or sewage? Let's investigate why your laundry room smells and how to fix it.

Every time she would wash my clothes and come back from another load...there was this mildew like odor. Turns out, it's mold and it's a very common problem for front load washers. Many reached out to ...

If your laundry room stinks, it’s probably your washer. Water and soap and dirt can linger in the hoses, trays and other pockets of your washing machine. Here’s how to stop the stench and clean it out ...

Maintaining a fresh and well-cared-for washing machine is essential, as it’s where you clean your soiled laundry. However, the moist conditions can lead to unwelcome problems such as mould or ...

First, check your owner's manual or call the customer-service center -- either one might have specific cleaning instructions for your brand of washer. For those who cannot find any cleaning ...

Q. I have had a washer for five years now, and am getting a horrible smell from it - so bad I have to keep the lid down. It smells like rotten socks. What is wrong and what can I do about it? The ...

Forgetting to clean this overlooked part can lead to funky odors.