How to remove and fit a new washing machine

An easy DIY job, lifting and moving them is the hard part. Al shows the full job.
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[@garyt6346]

Another great video Al. I needed a way of getting a washing machine in & out of a tight space .... your card trick is brilliant, cheap and effective. Thanks again Al for taking the time to share. You're a good man!

[@dereton33]

That`s no problem Gary.

[@quincy9293]

Thank you for your informative vid! I literally just watched it and then spent the next hour, uninstalling the old and installing the new! It's so easy, I don't know why I thought it would be such a major job.

[@dereton33]

Glad it helped!

[@annaellis6857]

Thankyou so much - I would have never had the confidence to even try doing this if it wasn’t for this video! Spot on :-)

[@dereton33]

Glad it helped!

[@kdpekdidf]

Great video. Most videos don't offer the extra 'tips' and 'tricks' like attaching the string to pull the plastic pipe through. Just brilliant! Many thanks......

[@dereton33]

No problem IVY

[@simonprescott9652]

Followed the instructions in your vid and have now installed a washer for the first time! Fantastic. Cheers mate.

[@dereton33]

No problem mate.

[@charlie_the_unicorn]

Thank you for your help, I am moving out tomorrow and this has helped me so much :)

[@dereton33]

No problem CC.

[@fidgetspinner343]

No doubt you've helped thousands of people nervous doing this, great video!

[@dereton33]

I appreciate that! Good luck with it.

[@olbird7647]

​@@dereton33yes, Thank you- this is super helpful as I prep for a new machine to be installed- I hadn't realised that I needed to uninstall the (very) old one first!!

[@vidviewa]

Brilliant!No fuss & straight forward.Thank you.

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@stuartmaister2336]

Thanks for this - really helpful and clear even for those of us with no plumbing skills!

[@dereton33]

You're very welcome!

[@michelleking2154]

Thanks for uploading ;) Very helpful and with sense of humour, enjoyable to watch!

[@dereton33]

Thanks Michelle.

[@ningis21]

Capping off the now unused hot pipe , as you suggest......If you do not have a proper blanking fitting)...I used the nut off the end of the old hot washing machine pipe (hacksawn off the old hot washing machine pipe)....Remove the rubber washer insert a 10 pence piece...reinsert rubber washer and screw on the now redundant hot feed valve...just in-case it gets knocked open. Mine has been fine for ages...you can open the valve with no issues... Nice video AL....

[@dereton33]

Great info thanks.

[@benfrost8697]

Good video mate. Footprint was the big manufacturer of pipe grips back in the day! ☺

[@dereton33]

Still my most used tool.

[@urbacise1514]

Thank you, I wasn't quite sure to remove my old washing machine, your video helped!

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@michellejohnson3867]

Thank you so much for your tips. I managed to get my old machine out from under the worktop on some cardboard, unplumbed it successfully too, but as I'm only a 4 foot 10 inch, 68 year old female pensioner I was unable to move it into my back garden. Boy was it heavy! Fortunately, my two lovely neighbours did that last bit for me! I was so pleased to be able to have done half the job alone myself though so thanks to you and your excellent video!

[@dereton33]

Glad I could help! Good luck with fitting the new one.Michelle.

[@davehoy8936]

Very knowledgeable man. You saved me a fortune on getting someone in to do it

[@dereton33]

No problem Dave.

[@laurenenxx]

Super helpful video, you both are a lovely couple had me giggling with your wee jokes to each other. Gonna attempt to install my machine now for the first time, hopefully as smoothly as this!

[@dereton33]

Thanks Laurenen.

[@laurenenxx]

@@dereton33 update: i managed to do it! thanks again

[@RaviSingh-nz3bc]

Really helpful vid, just what I needed with my new machine getting delivered tomorrow

[@dereton33]

No problem Ravi.

[@pelliott1541]

thanks so much, helped me get sorted out of my old flat and into my new house :) good life skills to have and saves a bit of £££

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@Solidcancer07]

Great guide thanks. I used a big blue Ikea bag to drag the machine, was a good replacement for cardboard and the handles came in very handy to pull it!

[@dereton33]

That's a great idea!

[@kerryfoster1]

Yes I always put a towel under the pipes. The cold pressure can be phenomenal. Also the cupboard is usually FULL of stuff. OLD machines always hold water even after months of storage. Last one I fixed had a blocked waste valve. Yuck! I have a piece of highly polished hard board to put under it. Custom made! Great video!

[@dereton33]

Thanks for the tips!

[@xscapetheworld]

Thanks for sharing this. Very useful especially using the cardboard! My floor scratches and marks easily so that sorts that worry

[@dereton33]

No problem

[@bradburyrobinson]

Like the Bob Ross of all things plumbing related!

[@dereton33]

Ha ha thanks Brad.

[@libsp711]

This saved me time and money and I didn't need to ask for help. Thank you!!

[@dereton33]

You're welcome!

[@jesd5578]

This is so helpful for me I’ll save £45 tomorrow when my washing machine gets delivered 😉

[@dereton33]

Get yourself a pint or two on me.

[@minamilly777]

Btw, i just recently discovered you can buy floor protecters or furniture sliders which help to lighten the load when pushing heavy furniture or white goods protecting your floor at the same time. There are plastic ones and felt ones depending on what type of floor you have

[@dereton33]

Thanks for the info.

[@gregclapperton01]

Thanks to you. I've managed to fit my mums washing machine no bother at all and learned a new good life skill hahahah thanks !

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@paulw4904]

Hi Al, it would've been worth mentioning to remove the transit bolts from the back of the machine when new! I still forget the bloody things & I've fitted hundreds of machines.😖 Thanks Al.

[@dereton33]

Yes thanks Paul, I mentioned packing but not the bolts.

[@edmmaster8054]

Very helpful and explained well for someone new to fitting

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@CommanderViviax]

Thank you so much for posting this. It's awesome. Because of the virus. The place we ordered the new machine from isn't installing. My husband's supposed to be disconnecting the old washer and putting the new one in tomorrow. I have a horrible feeling he's overlooked something very important. This has helped a lot. Hopefully it doesn't come down to me doing it. Shudder. But having seen your video. I think it can be done. Even if I have to do it. Thank you very much.

[@dereton33]

Glad I could help

[@pauldunneska]

You should show every single detail including pulling out the plug and putting it in the socket for the electricity supply. Still gave you the thumbs up..👍

[@dereton33]

Thanks Paul.

[@mrbaza8793]

Brilliant. As always great information and lovely for us in the trade.

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@lauralaladarling3775]

Love you two! Fab. Thank you. My machine seems stuck but help is at hand. Xxx❤❤

[@dereton33]

You are so welcome!

[@stephengreen215]

Thank you for the video....useful tips very helpful

[@dereton33]

No problem Stephen.

[@richghost2897]

Thanks a lot I'll be giving this a go on Friday. New Bosch is coming 👍

[@dereton33]

Have fun!

[@Davisurena]

thanks sir, i was just getting into thinking about this.

[@lspbeautea4791]

Cheers for this video! Me and my daughter are about to take your advice! 😊

[@dereton33]

Have fun!

[@PrettyPortUK]

Great video, good explanation

[@ayrmurphy9639]

Thank you so much this helped a lot and the cardboard idea was amazing

[@dereton33]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Hegelian10]

Thanks, I think I feel confident now to do it on Monday when the new one arrives.

[@dereton33]

That`s great.

[@davidclarke4040]

Hi AL and Jane nice one guys

[@dereton33]

Thanks David. Hope you are keeping well.

[@12ab34cd8]

Brilliant so clear ! Just about to do this, feeling confident 🙂

[@dereton33]

That`s great have a go.

[@Hells_Gift_MB]

Really useful video, much appreciated mate 👍

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@TheStevenWhiting]

0:47 Nice. Replacing ours as was wondering about the only cold line we have. Should be an easy swap now then.

[@dereton33]

Very easy.

[@gerardchau4123]

Excellent video, thanks for posting this.. Helped me for sure.

[@dereton33]

You're welcome!

[@toniroberts7474]

Great thank you - simple explanation and instructions

[@dereton33]

No problem Toni.

[@alsunday8254]

I find spaying some furniture polish on your flooring helps moving appliances back into there space a lot easier

[@dereton33]

Thanks al.

[@lucymerkom9571]

Thank you so much. Brilliant at explaining things.

[@dereton33]

You're very welcome!

[@1954BJohn]

Nice one Al - Thanks!

[@dereton33]

No problem John.

[@Benbunbee]

Thank you so much for this!

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@Chimp_No_1]

Really helpful. Thanks.

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@DarkForcesStudio]

I was trying to lift it from the bottom. What a prat. Thanks.

[@dereton33]

You're welcome!

[@deniseann7056]

Great video thankyou very much, need to get a new washing machine today and thanks to the covid all recycling old ones and connecting new ones is suspended

[@dereton33]

No problem Denise.

[@jordanstrains618]

Fantastic video thank you for your help this video so everyone know how to do it thanks for sharing man thank you so much for this this helps

[@dereton33]

No problem 👍

[@whenitsajar]

Thank you Sir this was extremely informative. We've just done a trial run to make sure we know what to do when we move in a few weeks and get it cleaned up. Wouldn't have had a clue without this video and using string and cardboard makes so much sense! The cold tap at the sink has been a bit sputtery since reconnecting everything do you know what could be the cause? Also is it necessary to cap off the waste pipe while it's not in use?

[@dereton33]

The cold tap will settle down and yes best to cap off the waste pipe when not in use.

[@nicolawestwood1055]

Just learnt so much thank you 😃 you are both so lovely too

[@dereton33]

Thank you! 😃

[@Robbinss93]

Thank you so much for teaching this to me!

[@dereton33]

You are so welcome!

[@lanlegend1913]

He did all the work by himself, although the lady helped by laughing whilst filming .

[@Celticcross688]

thank you very Helpful Vid..

[@dereton33]

No problem Gina.

[@keithnaylor1981]

Great tips. Thank you.

[@dereton33]

You are so welcome!

[@davidgeraghty5560]

If this fella in his 90's can do it anybody can. Only joking, thanks for the video it's a great help, I will let you know how I get on when I remove my old and install the new one tomorrow.

[@dereton33]

Good luck with it David.

[@brazilbiba6671]

Most helpful, thanks

[@dereton33]

No problem

[@mitchward97]

Great video, saved my neck!!

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@mattb6194]

Great video Jan and Al, swapped my washing machine a couple of months back and had a right old tow. No help from the missis lol.👍👍😜

[@dereton33]

Left to haul it on your own then Matt.

[@Powerful_Raf]

Thanks for the help!

[@dereton33]

No problem!

[@crazedzombie4715]

Thank you for this. Very informative.

[@dereton33]

You are so welcome!

[@leebetts1984]

Cheers. I'll give it a go when my new one comes tomorrow

[@dereton33]

Well done.

[@pxjxbx]

Great advice and useful tips. Needed this as I'm about to order a new washer and was 50% sure I could install it myself. I'm now 99% sure but I have a question: My old washer waste pipe was attached to the sink trap, I think that this caused air to come up my sink (right pain when doing dishes, lets the water out), is there anything I can get to prevent this other than a separate waste pipe?

[@dereton33]

No a separate waste is the only way.

[@minamilly777]

Helpful video. Thank you for uploading! Just obe question, do leave the red hot tap thingy switched off?

[@dereton33]

Yes, they only need cold now.

[@ericwalton1492]

I think the tip about putting a blank cap on the end of the unused hot valve is definitely the right thing to do. I did an identical job the other day, I'm just a DIY man, for a friend. And the 3/4" blank nut and a roll of PTFE tape cost just £2 from Plumbase, well worth it for peace of mind.

[@marygoodwin9844]

Thank you. Appreciated your video 🙏

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@actiongirl5]

Two "MagiGLIDE" which are small Teflon coated disks under each front feet , hand inside of the drum and tilt forward slightly and pull straight out. They will save your back and a load of time in the process. They are about a tenner from Amazon and it is what the pro's use to remove appliances in tight spots. They slide easily over any surface and you can reuse than time and time again and on other appliances. I have tried the way you have demonstrated above and one you have to be He-man to pull out a large washer like that and two the chances of your damaging your flooring in some way is highly likely. For the sake of £10 I will stick with the MagiGLIDE disc. To be honest I thought when I saw the title I thought you were going to demo something like these discs as you usually show some kind of innovative way of completing a DIY task that will save, time, money and effort....for me not a patch on some of your other videos.

[@dereton33]

Just showing the old way, but thanks for the info on the discs.

[@combatkid999]

Very helpful, mich appreciated

[@dereton33]

You're welcome!

[@p.b.-letspickacardandsee8576]

Great just great! Thanks

[@dereton33]

No problem enjoyed doing it.

[@nicolethom-dowling9115]

Great video, thank you

[@dereton33]

You are welcome!

[@mark1968]

Thank you for this helpful video. The overflow hose is always a good few feet too short. I need to extend it like you have. I used butterfly clips. I can't quite see what you used.

[@dereton33]

Jubilee clips, Mark.

[@mark1968]

@@dereton33 many thanks

[@lw6928]

Thank you what a lovely video

[@dereton33]

You’re welcome 😊

[@richardberry3234]

Nice info. Much appreciated.

[@dereton33]

Glad it was helpful!

[@xpymando]

Thanks for the info

[@dereton33]

No problem 👍

[@chestypants78]

Thumbs up for the helpful tip and the old dog asleep behind you in his bed. Awwwww.

[@dereton33]

Thanks. Our dog Mo is always sleeping.

[@chestypants78]

@@dereton33 :o

[@spssy]

Mr you saved my day!

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@chrisbaxter5041]

Brilliant video im now subscribed 👍

[@dereton33]

Thanks for subbing

[@sanjaysinha2164]

Very helpful 👍

[@dereton33]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DREDD.7356]

Thanks for the video boss

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@amana1480]

A good video as usual. Hopefully the valves at 1:47 aren't stuck when others do it lol

[@dereton33]

Fingers crossed.

[@mohammedamer7896]

that's en excellent video. thanks very much

[@dereton33]

You are welcome!

[@Luckyfuture777]

super helpful, thanks

[@dereton33]

You're welcome!

[@tamaraspink4201]

Thank you so much! 😘

[@dereton33]

No problem 😊

[@amana1480]

9:00 The feet of the machine may need adjusting if the floor isn't level

[@deanjohnson1711]

I did this myself I was super proud of my self x

[@dereton33]

Well done Dean.

[@jayspotter3769]

Very amazing video man good too thanks for sharing 😊

[@dereton33]

No problem Jay.

[@jayspotter3769]

dereton33 😊😊👍🏻

[@raygibbs9247]

Thank you for the educational video. Can you please advise how you made that extension to the waste pipe?

[@dereton33]

Which one?

[@raygibbs9247]

@@dereton33 I am interested to know how you made the join in the waste pipe that you point at at 9:50? Thanks.

[@elkecita77]

Thank you so much, very helpful! Btw, you guys are adorable! ☺️

[@dereton33]

Ha ha thanks Elkecita.

[@Ravi-or6xc]

I realise this is an old video now, but I have a question about extending the waste pipe with the joiners. Can you provide a link to one of these joiners please. Many thanks for your great videos

[@dereton33]

Yes I can.

[@danjones4001]

What do you mean block it with something? Something like what?

[@celticwarrior777]

ive got an electric button to flip on for washer do i need to remove anything from that faceplate behind it? thanks

[@dereton33]

No need

[@Jessica-dq7ng]

Thank you! 😀

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@sudgur990]

ripped so many vinyl flooring over the years when doing this. Ill definitely try the cardboard method next time round. Cheers

[@dereton33]

No problem.

[@ilovewashingmachines6631]

I like this washer

[@dereton33]

Me too.

[@sophiehibbs3293]

I’ve turned the valve off , and wanting to undo the pipe but more than a bit of water is coming out . I had to unplug it straight away because the belt had broken is it. Coming out because there is still water in the washing machine .

[@dereton33]

Most likely.

[@MrSamw1990]

If you turn the valve up but it still sprays water when undoing it, what’s the best thing to do? Does it stop eventually?

[@dereton33]

No the valve is broken.

[@ako1145]

I’m getting a new machine delivered in a few days and they are going to get the old one in return. The switch for cutting the water supply is in the basement, and cuts the supply for three additional apartments. So I have to be swift and maybe do it in two parts. My question is; can I disconnect the old one the day before and have nothing connected to the pipes until the new one is ready to be installed with the water going as normal? Since the machine is located in the kitchen it is the equivalent of 240 pounds to get it installed by the company.

[@dereton33]

Why don't you disconnrct and fit a washing machine tap that can be left in the off position.