Many people tend to leave electronic appliances like the washing machine running all night. Hoping to save time and find their own clothes when they wake up, except it is a very bad habit. There are many arguments to support this. Which largely makes you not want to do it anymore. Learn why you should stop running your machine overnight.

Why you should not leave the washing machine on overnight?

The washing machine, just like the dryer or dishwasher, is equipped with electrical wires and cables that can overheat during operation. These appliances consume a lot of energy and are therefore never safe from a possible short circuit. In general, when you leave the house, check if electrical appliances are turned on, as there is a risk of fire and/or gas. However, if you leave your washing machine running at night, even though you are at home, you will not have the opportunity to check if everything is working properly. The risk of overheating cannot be ruled out. Granted, it is very rare for a washing machine fire to break out, but prevention is better than cure.

On the other hand, as it is often advisable to remove the laundry immediately after washing and leave the clothes lying around in the drum for hours after the wash cycle, it is very likely that the next day they will be found in a pitiful condition. In fact, excessive moisture causes a number of inconveniences: Appearance of bad odors, formation of mold and development of bacteria. Suffice it to say, not only is your machine at risk of being clogged with detergent residue and dirt, but your laundry will not smell like roses. Especially if you are in a hurry in the morning and forget to take it out of the machine after waking up. So, you will be forced to wash your clothes again. Which would be a big waste of time, but also a waste of electricity!

Even though it is not forbidden by law to use the washing machine at night, you will probably disturb your neighbors if you live in a building with thin walls. Many people often complain about the inconvenience caused by household appliances running in the middle of the night. So, if your washing machine is quite old and makes noise, it would still be fairer not to disturb the peace in the neighborhood.

Washing machine: mistakes you should avoid

Easy to use and constantly in demand, the washing machine has become an integral part of our daily household chores. Although turning it on has become a mechanical reflex, its handling is still approximate. Voluntarily or involuntarily, we often make certain mistakes that can damage the appliance as well as our clothes.

Here are some that should be avoided at all costs:

  • Too much detergent

Stop this time-honored idea: your clothes will not get cleaner if you use more detergent! What’s more, it can even damage mid-range and low-end models. This is because the strong foaming can even stain the laundry. Therefore, you need to return to the starting point. Fortunately, newer washing machines have a foam sensor and perform automatic rinsing, but yours may not! Therefore, we recommend the use of liquid detergent. It is less aggressive than powder and has a similar or even better effectiveness, as it dissolves better at low temperatures.

  • Overload the drum

We understand that you want to save energy. Most people prefer to fill the drum completely to avoid multiple washes. Apart from the fact that sometimes it is a miscalculation. Because the more the machine is overloaded, the more soap and water do not mix well enough to clean your clothes properly. Therefore, washing is not as effective, and you need to do another cycle. Therefore, it is not the best way to save time or energy!

  • Not checking the bags before the wash cycle

People often fail to check their pants pockets carefully in a hurry. However, it only takes a few coins, a pin or a key to cause problems inside the machine. These items can come loose during washing, cause cracks in the walls, clog the washing machine filter or damage the drum. So always take a few minutes to make sure all pockets are empty.

  • Frequent cold wash

Of course, sometimes a cold wash is necessary. But also not always. Remember that cold water is not as effective as high temperatures: your clothes can be badly washed and impregnated with bad odors. Therefore, it is always best to carefully read the label of the garment and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations.