The evaporator is one of the most important elements of any modern refrigerator. It is partly responsible for the circulation of refrigerant throughout the unit. Over time, if your evaporator is not serviced, your refrigerator will use more energy and struggle to maintain a constant, cool temperature. This is why normal service of your refrigerator is so vital. This article will focus on how to clean your evaporator coils. Cleaning the evaporator is generally easier than cleaning the condenser, so this is a good place to start.…
If you’ve recently heard an unfortunate clanking or grinding sound while attempting to dispense ice from your refrigerator’s ice-maker, you may be wondering whether it’s time to call a repair service. However, in many cases you may be able to diagnose or even fix the problem yourself. Read on to learn more about some common problems that may plague your ice-maker at one point or another, as well as how to repair them and when to call in a professional.…
While it’s true that a “weekend warrior” type of homeowner can complete some fridge repairs independently, such as changing the water filter or defrosting the defrost drain, there are some instances when your best bet is to bring in the heavy troops by hiring a professional repairman, like the ones at Appliance Technology. When you find yourself in one of these situations, paying for a repair is less of a hassle than trying to diagnose and complete expensive repairs on your own (you may not have the tools or diagnostic expertise you need, for example).…
It’s time to jump into action when you notice that your refrigerator is no longer keeping your food as cold as it should. Make your first priority to call a local appliance repair service and schedule a visit. Ideally, a technician will be able to visit your home within a day or two, or possibly even sooner. It’s not time to sit back and relax once you’ve made this call; there are a handful of other important things to do as you get ready for the repair person’s arrival.…
If your washing machine power cord has become frayed or damaged, you’ll want to replace it in order to ensure that your machine continues to work properly.
Get Your Washing Machine Ready
The first thing you are going to need to do is unplug your washing machine. Then, you need to turn off the water supply to your washing machine. The spigots for your water supply should be in the wall near where the electrical outlet is.…
If you own a dryer, the convenience of being able to dry your clothes at home is definitely something you appreciate. But what happens if the dryer stops working or begins acting strangely? You can call an appliance repair company, or you can attempt to do a little troubleshooting yourself first. Try these helpful tips if your dryer starts behaving erratically, and see if they help you get the problem solved on your own.…
Dishwashers are a nice convenience to have in your home. It helps get rid of those dish pan hands and keeps your plates, glasses and serving ware sparkling clean. In order to keep your convenient dishwasher running like new, there are some things you should be doing. See below for some dishwasher maintenance tips.
Check The Filter
Dishwashers catch quite a bit of leftover food gunk from your dishes, which if left to build up can create a big problem for your dishwasher.…
Homeowners may sometimes be discouraged from investing in a new furnace because of the upfront expense that the investment entails. Even when they know that their current furnace is inefficient and out-of-date, it’s often easy for homeowners too continuously procrastinate about this important purchase.
However, it’s important to be aware of the fact that a new furnace can save you money in the long run if your old furnace is no longer operating properly.…
Clothes dryers rely on heat to dry clothes and other items, but they also rely on airflow to evenly distribute the heat. If there is a restriction in the air flow, your dryer may overheat and/or stop running. Although a gas dryer heats with gas, it also requires the use of electricity to ignite the gas and for flow regulation, so if there is a problem with any of the electrical devices, the fan and the tumbler will continue to work, but the dryer will not heat up.…
There’s nothing more frustrating than having to deal with a dishwasher that is not draining correctly. Your dishes are going to end up sitting in dirty water, negating the purpose of running the dishwasher, they’re not going to dry which means that you’re going to have to rinse them off and dry them by hand, and you’re going to have to deal with water spilling everywhere when you open the dishwasher.…
