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.

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It can seem hopeless when any major appliance stops working, but luckily, washing machines are some of the easiest to DIY repair, especially if they’re older. “Fixing your washing machine is ...