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Appliance Sounds

Washer, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, and water heater noises. 47 diagnostic guides sorted by severity.

1 urgent 36 moderate 10 harmless
Urgent — Act Now
Dryer: Grinding
Act Now›
Moderate — Investigate Soon
Washing Machine: Banging
Investigate Soon›
Washing Machine: Grinding
Investigate Soon›
Washing Machine: Squealing
#1 cause: Worn Drive Belt
Investigate Soon›
Dryer: Squeaking
Investigate Soon›
Dryer: Thumping
Investigate Soon›
Dishwasher: Grinding
#1 cause: Food Debris in Chopper/Grinder
Investigate Soon›
Dishwasher: Humming (Not Draining)
#1 cause: Clogged Drain Pump or Filter
Investigate Soon›
Refrigerator: Clicking
Investigate Soon›
Samsung Refrigerator: Loud Noise
#1 cause: Ice Buildup Around Evaporator Fan
Investigate Soon›
Garbage Disposal: Humming (Not Spinning)
#1 cause: Jammed Flywheel
Investigate Soon›
Garbage Disposal: Grinding
#1 cause: Normal Operation
Investigate Soon›
Microwave: Buzzing
#1 cause: Normal Magnetron Operation
Investigate Soon›
Samsung Washer: Loud Noise During Spin
#1 cause: Shipping Bolts Still Installed
Investigate Soon›
LG Washer: Grinding
#1 cause: Worn Main Tub Bearing
Investigate Soon›
Whirlpool Refrigerator: Loud Noise
#1 cause: Evaporator Fan Motor Failing
Investigate Soon›
Washing Machine: Humming (Not Spinning)
#1 cause: Failed Motor Coupling (Whirlpool/Kenmore Direct Drive)
Investigate Soon›
Refrigerator Compressor: Loud Noise
#1 cause: Normal Startup Surge
Investigate Soon›
GE Refrigerator: Loud Noise
#1 cause: Evaporator Fan Icing Over
Investigate Soon›
LG Refrigerator: Loud Noise
Investigate Soon›
Maytag Washer: Loud Noise During Spin
Investigate Soon›
Kenmore Dryer: Squeaking
Investigate Soon›
Bosch Dishwasher: Grinding Noise
Investigate Soon›
Chest Freezer: Clicking
Investigate Soon›
Dryer: Buzzing (Not Starting)
Investigate Soon›
Washing Machine: Vibrating Excessively
Investigate Soon›
Dishwasher: Beeping (Error Code)
Investigate Soon›
Gas Stove: Ticking (Not Lighting)
Investigate Soon›
Whirlpool Washer: Loud Noise During Spin
Investigate Soon›
Samsung Dryer: Grinding Noise
Investigate Soon›
LG Dishwasher: Loud Noise
Investigate Soon›
Whirlpool Dryer: Squeaking
Investigate Soon›
Refrigerator: Knocking
Investigate Soon›
Microwave: Humming (Not Heating)
Investigate Soon›
Washing Machine Drain Pump: Loud Noise
Investigate Soon›
Samsung Dishwasher: Loud Noise
Investigate Soon›
GE Washer: Loud Noise During Spin
Investigate Soon›
Low Priority — Usually Harmless
Refrigerator: Buzzing
Usually Harmless›
Refrigerator: Rattling
Usually Harmless›
Oven/Stove: Clicking
#1 cause: Igniter Sparking (Normal)
Usually Harmless›
Ice Maker: Buzzing
#1 cause: Water Valve Opening (Normal)
Usually Harmless›
Dryer: Clicking
#1 cause: Gas Valve Cycling (Gas Dryer)
Usually Harmless›
Dishwasher: Rattling
#1 cause: Dishes Hitting Spray Arm
Usually Harmless›
Washing Machine: Clicking
Usually Harmless›
Refrigerator: Gurgling
Usually Harmless›
Freezer: Buzzing
Usually Harmless›
Range Hood: Rattling
Usually Harmless›