Check The Washing Machine Hose

A burst hose that brings the water supply (hot or cold) to your washing machine can cause a huge amount of water damage.  Frequently check the hoses for signs of bulges or small leaks.  If you find them, replace the hoses with flexible metal wrapped hoses.

If you’re leaving on vacation, it might not be a bad idea to turn off the cold and hot lines into your washing machine, or for that matter, turn off the shut off valve to your house so not only is the washing machine water supply cut off, but also water supply lines to your refrigerator.