Luckily, learning how to clean your washing machine's filter is simpler than it sounds, and doing so regularly can save you a repair bill down the line.

How to find your washing machine’s filter Before removing the filter, make sure your washing machine is turned off —with all knobs in the “off” position—and unplugged.

Luckily, learning how to clean your washing machine's filter is simpler than it sounds, and doing so regularly can save you a repair bill down the line.

In this guide, we’ll explain why your washing machine filter matters, if and how often you should clean it, and how to do so properly.