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How to Fix a Cracked Washer Drain Pan

Under normal circumstances, the drain pan under your washing machine just sits there, doing nothing. In the event of a hose failure, a drum leak or an overflow, the pan is an essential item, potentially preventing serious water damage. Check your washer drain pan periodically for cracks. Ideally, you should replace a cracked pan as soon as possible. In the meantime, you can repair minor cracks in your plastic drain pan inexpensively with common hardware store material.

Things You'll Need

  • Flashlight
  • Toothbrush
  • Mild dish soap
  • Sponge
  • Dish cloth
  • 220-grit sandpaper
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Epoxy glue for plastics
  • Flat wooden stir stick
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Instructions

    • 1

      Unplug the washing machine.

    • 2

      Shine a flashlight under the washer to inspect the drain pan. If you can reach the crack while the pan is under the machine, you can make a minor repair without removing it. Otherwise, turn off the water hose and, with the help of a second person, lift the washer and pull out the pan.

    • 3

      Scrub the crack with water and mild dish soap. Wipe the whole pan -- or as much of the pan as you can reach -- with a damp sponge.

    • 4

      Dry the pan with a dish cloth and allow it to air dry. Sand the crack with 220-grit sandpaper and wipe the dust away with a cloth that's been dampened with rubbing alcohol.

    • 5

      Mix the epoxy glue as directed. Apply the epoxy to the crack with a flat wooden stir stick.

    • 6

      Let the epoxy dry for about 30 minutes. Mix a second batch of epoxy and apply a second coat to the crack.

    • 7

      Allow the epoxy to dry for at least 24 hours before replacing and/or using the washing machine.

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