Washing machine filter

My washing machine was having an issue with proper water filling and while the repairman was here I asked him to check the internal filter for the wash water. It is located just before the pump and prevents foreign objects going into the pump. He pulled off the panel and unscrewed the cap and with a small gush of water the filter was removed. To my amazement, the machine that is 3 yrs old, had such a clog of hair, lint, staples, paperclips, rust and general crud in the filter, I don’t know how the washer even drained. Mr Repairman informed me he thought the pump sounded funny when he first tested the machine but afterward he felt the pump that sounded normal. I’m not sure of any other make but mine, Whirlpool Duet, but by cleaning the filter, the repairman indicated it saved me the cost of a new pump and labor. The proceedure on this model is easy and I can supply info if needed. Call or email. Maybe I’ll take photos and post if there is enough interest.