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
How to Replace Your Refrigerator Gasket Seal
The gasket seal in your refrigerator is possibly the second-most-important component, after the compressor coils that create the cold. Without the gasket, you would not be able to contain the cold. Refrigerators would be much less effective, and a lot more expensive. Naturally, when the gasket seal on a refrigerator wears out or becomes damaged, these consequences are the same. … Read More
9 Signs Your Oven Needs to be Replaced
We all put up with different little quirks in our home appliances. Your fridge door might need an extra push to make it seal. Your washer might make a little extra noise. We can even adapt to ovens that don’t quite cook right. When an issue becomes too much to handle, we call for repairs. However, at some point, there … Read More
8 Signs Your Refrigerator Water Filter Needs Replacing (& How to Do It)
Cold, clean water from your refrigerator is a wonderful luxury to have in the home, one that many people enjoy. Even simple refrigerators that only make ice provide some convenience. The one thing all fridges of these types share is the need for a water filter. Any refrigerator that dispenses ice or chilled water has an internal filter to ensure … Read More
6 Common Reasons Your Dishes Are Coming Out Wet
You could open up your dishwasher a hundred different times can see your dishes come out pristine, but that is not guaranteed. If you have recently opened up your dishwasher to find that the dishes are still soaking wet, then that can be indicative of a problem. The good news is that the problem may not be as serious as … Read More
How to Switch the Direction of Your Dryer Door
The direction of your dryer door is something that most people never think about. Unless, of course, you think about it all the time. When your dryer opens the “wrong” direction, it affects you every single time you do laundry. Normally, this direction is determined by how the washer and dryer sit next to each other. Ideally, washer and dryer … Read More
How to Get Rid of a Bad Smell in the Refrigerator
Refrigerators do not smell like roses. Most refrigerators do not smell good inside, but most don’t smell bad either. Your refrigerator should have very little internal smell. Perhaps a faint scent of your ingredients, raw vegetables, and favorite spices, but there should be no smell of old food or mold. If you have a bad smell in your refrigerator, you … Read More
7 Tricks to Maintain an Older Top-Load Washer
Most washing machines come with the house. Whether you’re renting or buying, there’s a good chance you didn’t pick the washer you’re working with. This is often the reason why so many households have surprisingly old appliances. While front-load washers are the latest trend in high-tech laundry entertainment, a great many homes still have older top-loading models. If your household … Read More
How to Replace a Damaged Door Hinge Receptacle in Your Frigidaire Oven
When it comes to maintaining the proper temperature in your Frigidaire oven model FGGF3059TF, the appliance door plays a major role. The airtight seal created by the door ensures the heat in your oven doesn’t escape. Unfortunately, a door that isn’t closing all the way can lead to temperature discrepancies due to heat loss. Heat rising out of an improperly sealed … Read More
7 Signs that Mold is Growing Inside Your Appliance Water Lines and Pipes
Most homeowners in high humidity areas are aware that mold is a risk, and that any amount of flooding or water damage can make it possible for mold to grow in your walls, under your furniture, and in damp piles of laundry. You may have fought mold trying to grow on the bathroom grout just because it’s always a little … Read More