Appliances make our lives easier … until they break down, that is. But you don’t need to stress—we’ve got expert guidance on how to maintain your appliances so their lifetimes are extended, and a list of pros for when you need to call in backup.
Washing machine woes are often easy to identify—learn the top six signs your machine needs repair
Make sense of energy star appliance labels so you can start saving money
Know why clogs happen to prevent future problems
Is your refrigerator running? Clean condenser coils can make it work even better
If the problem is just your fridge, try to pinpoint and repair
Classic answer: It depends
It typically costs between $100 and $600 to repair an oven
You love your stainless steel appliances, but sometimes you need to hire a pro to help keep your stainless looking sublime
Let’s get your disposal running like a dream
Don’t give your fridge and freezer settings the cold shoulder
Freshen up your front-load washing machine in a few easy steps
A little bit of maintenance can go a long way towards extending the life of your kitchen appliances
Keeping your fridge’s water and ice refreshing has never been so easy
Don’t be burned by finicky temperatures
Your habits could be hurting your oven in ways you never knew
The kitchen oven powers the heart of the home
If your oven smells like gas, there are steps you can take to stay safe
One person’s trash is always another person’s treasure
Overstuffing a washing machine might save time, but damaged clothes and expensive repairs aren’t worth the risk
Follow these simple dryer maintenance and cleaning tips to reduce repairs and long-term damage
The average garbage disposal replacement cost typically ranges from $150 to $950
If your garbage disposal seems to have kicked the bucket, you'll need to figure out whether you can repair or replace it