A client on West 86th Street contacted us about a Miele W1 front-load washing machine that had developed a loud grinding noise during the spin cycle over the course of several weeks. The sound had progressed from a faint rumble to something the neighbors could hear through the walls — a common trajectory for worn drum bearings.
Drum bearing failure is one of the more involved repairs on a Miele W1, requiring significant disassembly — the front panel, door seal, and drum assembly all come out to access the rear bearing. It's a job that takes two to three hours when done correctly, and cutting corners on reassembly leads to future leaks or vibration issues.
We replaced both the drum bearing and the drum seal with genuine Miele OEM components. The machine was run through a full 1200 RPM spin cycle on-site before we left — completely silent. The drum balance was also verified; no issues were found.
Miele washing machines are among the quietest on the market when properly maintained. If yours has developed noise during spin, vibration, or error codes E and F related to the motor, call us before the bearing failure damages the drum itself. Serving Upper West Side and all Manhattan neighborhoods — (212) 282-9858.
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