Washing machines, by nature, move a lot of water. Water goes in, is thrown with great force around the tub, and then rushes out through the drain. It speaks to the great accomplishments of modern appliance engineering that they don’t leak all the time, but it’s no surprise when the occasional puddle of water winds up on the floor. You can … Read More
How to Replace Your Dishwasher Heating Element
Your dishwasher is a remarkably self-contained machine. Not only does it wash, rinse, and dry your dishes; it also has an internal heating system. The dishwasher heating element can heat water or create heat to dry dishes. The heating element is an essential part of having clean dishes with a basic kitchen setup. The heating element ensures your dishwashing water … Read More
Why Is Your Washer Leaving Marks On Your Clothing?
A washing machine has one primary job — to take marks off your clothing. However, when all your favorite pieces of clothing are coming out of the appliance with new mystery stains, that is a pretty big deal. At first, you might think that there was a marker or some other item that got left in the wash, but if … Read More
Replacing Your Oven Heating Elements
Your oven relies on a few essential pieces. The chamber keeps the heat in. The timer makes sure you don’t burn a recipe. But the most important part of your oven is –of course– the heating elements. There are two heating elements in most ovens, one on top and one on bottom. The top is the broiling element, used to … Read More
How to Release a Stuck Water Filter from a Jenn-Air Refrigerator
Water filters are a standard part of the modern refrigerator design. If your freezer has an ice-maker or if your fridge produces cold drinking water, then you have a water filter. Every fridge with a water filter needs that filter changed once to three times a year, depending on the model and steady use. Most guides on how to change … Read More
Why Does Your Refrigerator Keep Tripping The Electricity?
Have you found that every hour or so you have the power go out in your kitchen? All you need to do is flip the circuit breaker, but after it keeps happening, things can get frustrating. This is a serious issue for all your appliances, but it can also be seen as a symptom. If your refrigerator is sufficiently full … Read More
Why Are Your Dishwasher Racks Sticking Open or Closed?
Dishwasher racks are an essential part of the dishwashing assembly. If you had to load all your dishes on stationary racks that sat inside the washer frame, it would be nearly impossible to get an efficient and well-spaced stack for each wash. That is why the tracks roll out so you can load and unload the dishwasher more easily. However, … Read More
How to Replace Your Samsung Icemaker When It’s Not Making Ice
When your icemaker suddenly stops making ice, there are a handful of different parts that could be causing the malfunction. If you have a Samsung refrigerator, a simple way to restart the system is to press and hold the test button at the bottom of the icemaker for at least three seconds. However, sometimes a broken icemaker assembly simply has … Read More
Addressing a Sparking Microwave
While all appliances in your kitchen have a use, none get more daily use than your microwave. Whether it is heating up water because the tea kettle takes too long or warming up a quick midnight snack before bed, it is the fast and easy option for heating food. However, we tend to forget that the microwave can be one … Read More
Why Your Washer is Making Banging Sounds
Washing machines are notoriously noisy. They fill and whir, they commonly hum and shake. It’s normal to close your washer into a closet or basement or garage to keep the noise out of the living space. Ignoring washer noises becomes a part of everyday life. But when your washer starts to bang and make clanging sounds, it’s time for inspection. … Read More