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What Causes A Dishwasher To Get Louder?

  When you first got your dishwasher, you were amazed by how quietly it ran. Time wore on, and now you are noticing that it seems to be getting louder. Grinding, squealing, buzzing, and scraping sounds are all common. They should signal to you that something needs to be fixed inside of your unit. What could possibly be causing your dishwasher to get louder?  Learn more about the sounds your dishwasher is making in this handy guide!   

Drain Pump

One of the most common reasons your dishwasher may be making more noise than usual is because of the drain pump. In many cases, this part is simply blocked with food debris that has built up from dishes that weren’t properly rinsed before being loaded. You can do your best to remove the food items stuck in the pump. Oftentimes, this is enough to help your dishwasher

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How To Maintain Your Refrigerator

  You probably open your refrigerator dozens of times each day to get a cool drink or a snack. Chances are that you don’t think twice about how hard your appliance works for you day in and day out. The truth is that it needs a bit of maintenance if you want it to stay in tip-top shape. How should you be caring for your fridge right now to ensure it lasts for years to come?    To learn more about how to keep your appliance running smoothly, this guide can help!   

Keep Your Fridge Full

One trick to help your refrigerator run more efficiently is to keep it as full as possible. This helps it to maintain its thermal mass (the cool internal temperature) that you are used to. When you find that you’re running out of groceries toward the end of the week,

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When Should You Upgrade Your Fridge?

  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:   

Age of the Unit

At some point, you have to decide whether your refrigerator is going to nickel and dime you in repair costs. The age of the unit can be a huge factor in whether it is time to repair it or upgrade to a new appliance. The average refrigerator can last anywhere from ten to

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How To Prepare For Your Dishwasher Installation

  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:   

Check the Dimensions

Before you spend money on a new appliance, you need to make sure you are purchasing the appropriate size. Measure the size of the designated space or the size of your current dishwasher to find out if your new one will fit. There’s nothing worse than having the delivery people show up to install it only to find out that

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Refrigerator Light Not Working

  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:  

The Bulb has Burned Out

In most cases, you simply need to change the light bulb. If you look closely at the bulb, you might be able to see a broken filament in the centre. We change the bulbs in our fridges far less frequently than the ones in our bedrooms or bathrooms. Since they only turn on when the

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How Do You Fix Rust On Appliances?

  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:  

What Causes Rust?

Rust is a result of corrosion; it forms when metal is exposed to moisture and oxygen. This process is sometimes referred to as oxidation. You’ll often see rust on car parts, old plumbing pipes, and (unfortunately) your

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Washing Machine Won’t Drain

  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:

  • Damaged fabric. No matter how many spin cycles you do, your clothes still come out soaking wet. All that friction can damage delicate fabrics like hand-knitted or silk items. When certain fabrics are left to sit in a drum of water, the moisture may damage them.
 
  • A funky smell. What’s worse than going to all the trouble of washing your clothes, only to have them smell worse than when you started? It’s a bit frustrating, to say the least. You can’t achieve that laundry-fresh scent if your washing machine isn’t working.
 
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Should You Clean Your Washing Machine?

  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:  

Cleaning Your Washing Machine

If you look it up online, you’ll find any number of homemade concoctions designed to clean machines. But if you take the DIY route, be careful: mould exposure can cause negative health effects, especially for those who have allergies

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Winnipeg Appliance Repair Company Awarded A Three Best Rated Certificate 2021

WINNIPEG, Canada - Mike’s Quality Appliance Services, a locally owned and operated company based in Winnipeg, Canada, is delighted to announce that they have been awarded a much sought-after Three Best Rated certificate for 2021. As a recipient of this award, the company is now authorized to put the Three Best Rated certificate logo on their website. They have also had three best-rated excellence certificates in the last 3 years (2019, 2020, 2021).  To receive a Three Best Rated certificate, the team at www.threebestrated.ca handpick the best businesses using their 50-point inspection. It includes everything from reviews, business reputation, cost, satisfaction, to general excellence. The fact that the award is totally independent and based on a wide range of factors ensures that anyone looking to get their home appliances serviced can book Mike and his team with complete confidence.  “Everyone at

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Best Refrigerator Temperature To Keep Food Fresh

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.   

The Dangers of Improper Food Storage

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