Slow seep at connection

Washer not seated or loose Tighten slightly; replace washer; ensure not cross-threaded

Hose kinked causing slow fill

Hose path too tight Re-route to remove bend; ensure enough length; move washer slightly

Persistent drip after multiple attempts

Damaged seat Inspect valve/port for cracks; replace valve or port washer

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Laundry RoomBeginner

Replace Washer Supply Lines

Time

20–45 min

Steps

Pre-check

4 items

Skill

Beginner

Scope

Replace aging washing machine supply hoses with braided stainless steel lines, check the shutoff valves, and leak-test to prevent costly water damage.

Safety

Read before starting

Turn off both valves fully; depressurize by running faucet; keep towels and bucket ready.

Pre-Check

4 items · complete before you start

Correct length braided hoses with new rubber washers
Required
Ball-type shutoff valves that fully close
Required
Access behind washer or space to pull forward
Required
Anti-burst or auto-shutoff valves (optional)

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Shut Off and Prepare

Turn off HOT and COLD valves
Run a nearby faucet to relieve pressure
Place bucket and towels under connections

✅Continue Gate:Pressure relieved and area protected?

Remove Old Hoses

Loosen at valve first; catch water in bucket
Loosen at washer ports; inspect threads
Remove old washers and clean seats

✅Continue Gate:Old hoses removed without thread damage?

Install New Hoses

Insert new rubber washers
Hand-tighten to washer HOT/COLD ports then snug 1/4 turn
Connect to valves; avoid twisting or kinks

✅Continue Gate:Connections snug and hoses untwisted?

Turn On and Leak Test

Open valves slowly while watching joints
Wipe connections; check after 5 and 30 minutes
Run a quick fill cycle and re-check

✅Continue Gate:Zero drips after warm-up and test?

Finalize

Ensure hoses clear of sharp edges
Add date tag; replace every 5 years
Consider auto-shutoff or pan with drain

✅Continue Gate:Hoses protected and dated?