Unless you want to spend your weekends hand-washing every single article of clothing you’ve worn, you need to keep your washing machine in good working order. Unfortunately, that’s more difficult than many people seem to think. Too many homeowners abuse their washing machines with improper care, which results in wear and tear that reduces the lifespan of the unit. If you want to save money, keep your clothes cleaner and have a functional washing machine into the future, read on for all the things you’re doing wrong to your washing machine.