Baking soda and vinegar can be used to unclog a washing machine drain if the drain clog is small.
In more severe cases you will need to physically remove the clog from the washing machine drain line.
You can also run some baking soda and vinegar through a wash cycle every so often to keep the washing machine drain clear and prevent clogs.
You can tell if your washing machine drain hose is clogged by removing the washing machine drain hose from the drain pipe and then placing it in a bucket.
Next run the washing machine so that it drains and if the washing machine does not drain or water does not come out of the drain hose on the drain cycle or it comes out very little then the washing machine drain hose could be clogged.
You can also remove the washing machine hose and check for clogs and clear the clog out with a garden hose and a rod or something to push the clog out.
If your washing machine turns on and you hear the sound of the water pump, but no actual water appears, then you most likely have a clogged drain hose.
The washing machine hose can be removed from the back of the machine and be checked for any dirt or dust that may have created a blockage.
Check for any visible debris or lint buildup in the drain pipe and remove it using a pair of pliers or a wire hanger.
If the clog is still present, you may need to use a plumbing snake or auger to break it up.
A plumbing snake is a long, flexible cable that can be inserted into the drain pipe to dislodge any blockages.
Start by running your washer through a drain cycle.
Observe the washing machine as it pumps water into the hoses and up into the standpipe.
If you see water back up and out of the standpipe, your washer's drain is most likely the issue.
Washing machines overflow for a variety of reasons—the leading culprit, though, is a clog in the drain pipe.
Lint and other debris come off of clothing during the wash cycle and are drained from the unit alongside the dirty water, potentially leading to clogs that can wreak havoc on your drain pipe.