The odds of getting your washing machine repaired right the first time aren’t great. Only 61 percent of all repairs were done correctly on the first attempt, according to a Consumer Reports’ survey.

Fixing your dishwasher used to be a no-brainer — not anymore.

Even well-rated GE washers can develop frustrating faults. Take a look at the problems that appear most often and what may cause them.

Samsung customers are not happy with how the company is choosing to repair its recalled washers. Many of them answer the door to find the repair man is actually a Dish Network technician. Samsung ...