The drain pump filter (or "coin trap") is the most common site for clogs, especially in front-loaders. Washing Machine Not Draining? Here's What To Do
: Use a 25-foot plumbing snake to reach deeper clogs in the branch drain line. Angie's List +1 Summary of Common Clog Locations Component What to Look For Fix Drain Filter Lint, coins, hairpins, buttons Manual cleaning Drain Hose Kinks, soap scum, trapped socks Flush or snake Drain Pump Debris in the impeller, broken belt Clean or replace pump Standpipe Deeper plumbing blockages Plunge or snake Pro-Tip how to fix a clogged washer