Is your old refrigerator giving you trouble? Many homeowners wonder when it is time to upgrade their fridge versus repairing an older model. There are no hard and fast rules about when to buy a new appliance, but there are some things you should take into consideration. For example, you might want to look at the age of the unit, its energy efficiency, and the warranty. If you are debating about getting a new refrigerator, here are a few things you might want to consider first:
If your dishwasher hasn’t been working, chances are you are very much looking forward to the day your new appliance gets delivered. You’re tired of washing those dishes by hand and you’re ready to let your new dishwasher carry the load. How can you best ready your home for the installation of your new dishwasher? Be prepared before the delivery shows up on your doorstep. Here are four expert tips to make sure your installation goes as smoothly as possible:
You’ve wandered into the kitchen for a late-night snack, but when you open the fridge, all you see is darkness. How are you supposed to fix your snack craving when you can’t see what’s inside? You’ll need to fix the broken light bulb first. It may not seem important, but the bulb in your refrigerator comes in handy each time you open your fridge. Without it, you’ll be left in the dark! We’ve listed a few common causes behind this issue:
Stainless steel appliances add a clean, modern look to any kitchen, garage, or rec room. But if they’re covered by a layer of rust, they’ll look like they belong in the garbage. Seeing rust in your home can be upsetting, and if the rust isn’t treated, it will only get worse and spread throughout the appliance. But removing rust poses its own challenges—how do you get rid of it without scratching the surface? Is there a safe way to remove rust without causing more damage? Here are a few tips you can use to restore the appearance of your appliance:
After washing a load of laundry, you expect to open the lid and find semi-dry fabrics. But what if you’re greeted by a soapy soup of soaked clothes and sudsy water? Soggy clothes pose several problems, like:
We regularly clean our cars, our ovens, and our fridges—but what about our washing machines? Many people mistakenly believe that these appliances clean themselves each cycle, but unfortunately, that isn’t the case. Everyone knows that mould and mildew thrive in warm, humid places. These qualities happen to describe the inside of most washing machines. Without a cleaning regime, you could have a mould problem on your hands in no time! Are your clothes really being cleaned if they’re in direct contact with mildew? Here’s why you should clean your washing machine:
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It can be pretty disappointing to plan a gourmet dinner, only to find that your chicken breasts froze on the top shelf of your fridge. Or, they’re so warm that you worry they aren’t safe to eat at all. Suddenly, you’re reaching for your phone and dialing a restaurant for takeout. But let’s get back to our initial question: what temperature should you set your fridge at? According to the FDA, you should keep the refrigerator at 4°C (or 40°F) or slightly colder. Lower temperatures restrict the growth of bacteria, which prevent you from getting food poisoning. Be sure to check your thermostat every so often to make sure your fridge is at the right temperature. It’s best to err on the side of being too cold rather than too warm.
Where would we be without our laundry machines? We rely on them to clean our clothes, bedsheets, and even our face masks. An appliance like this gets a lot of usage in a week. It’s no wonder why, over time, your dryer vent can become plugged up with lint. However, this is more dangerous than it might sound. Have you ever heard the horror stories about what happens when dryer vents get dirty? They aren’t pretty—when lint gets trapped in your dryer vent, it can start a devastating fire. Lint is highly flammable; when the heat of your dryer mixes with a buildup of lint, it’s a recipe for a house fire. If you notice any of the signs below, then it’s time to get your dryer vent cleaned:
Most of us use our stoves every day, whether it’s to boil water, cook a stir fry, or bake a casserole. An oven is an essential appliance in any kitchen. But daily wear and tear can damage it over time. As your oven ages, repairs become more frequent. Even though they are costly, leaving the stove broken is not an option—you use it nearly every day! You don’t want to repair the appliance just to have it break down on you again. A new stove can cost anywhere from several hundred to thousands of dollars; repairs, on the other hand, are often much less expensive. The question is, is it worth it to pay for another repair, or should you just bite the bullet and buy a new stove?