Laundry seems simple — toss it in, add soap, press start — but small mistakes can actually wear out your clothes faster, trap odors, and even damage your washing machine.
At Ginny’s Laundry Service, we see these issues every day. Here are the most common laundry mistakes and how to fix them.
❌ 1. Using Too Much Detergent
More soap does NOT mean cleaner clothes.
Too much detergent:
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Leaves residue
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Traps odors
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Makes fabrics stiff
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Clogs machines
✅ Fix:
Use about 2 tablespoons for a normal load (yes, way less than the cap!).
❌ 2. Overloading the Washer
Stuffing the machine saves time… but prevents proper cleaning.
Clothes need room to:
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Move
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Rinse
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Spin properly
✅ Fix:
Fill the drum only ¾ full max.
❌ 3. Washing Everything in Hot Water
Hot water fades colors and shrinks fabric.
✅ Fix:
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Cold = everyday clothes
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Warm = towels/sheets
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Hot = heavily soiled or sanitizing loads only
Cold water also saves money on energy bills.
❌ 4. Mixing Towels With Clothes
Towels shed lint like crazy.
That lint ends up:
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On black clothes
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On athletic wear
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Stuck to everything
✅ Fix:
Wash towels separately.
❌ 5. Letting Wet Clothes Sit
This causes:
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Mildew smell
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Wrinkles
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Bacteria growth
✅ Fix:
Move clothes to the dryer within 30 minutes.
❌ 6. Skipping Dryer Maintenance
A clogged lint trap:
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Slows drying
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Raises electric bills
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Is a fire risk
✅ Fix:
Clean lint trap after every load.
❌ 7. Not Treating Stains Immediately
The longer stains sit, the harder they are to remove.
✅ Fix:
Rinse and pre-treat ASAP.
Need a Break From Laundry?
If laundry feels like it’s taking over your week, let us help.
Ginny’s Laundry Service offers convenient pickup and delivery, so you can skip the hassle completely.
👉 Fresh clothes delivered to your door — zero effort.
