How to Fix a Clothes Washing Machine That Won’t Drain or Spin Learning how to fix a washing machine that won’t spin is a useful DIY skill for any homeowner.

Opening a washer to find standing water can put a damper on anyone’s day. Find out what could be the cause of a washer not draining, and whether the solution is a minor fix or a major repair.

If your washer won’t drain, the first thing to inspect is the drain hose. If this part is clogged, frozen or bent, water won’t be able to flow out—which will leave all the liquid in the tub.