When you need to buy a new washer, there is a constant debate about whether the top load or front load washer is better. Here is some important information on the different variants of washers to help you take the right decision. (more…)

At the end of a cycle, when a homemaker opens the door of a dishwasher and looks inside, that same homemaker expects to see shiny glasses. If a cloudy film covers the glassware, it is obvious that something is wrong. But what is it? (more…)

Like any other machinery or mechanical system, preventive maintenance makes sense to ensure that it is working properly and efficiently. The same holds true for your household appliances. (more…)

It’s summer…time for paper plates and plastic forks. Cooking on the grill frees up the kitchen and the whole family is outside enjoying the fresh air. Ahhhhhh…. But have you considered that your dishwasher may be feeling neglected? Never fear! Your dishwasher does more than wash those yucky dishes, anyway. Here are some ways you can employ your handy dishwasher that have nothing to do with dishes! (more…)

Your refrigerator gets a workout during the summer and if it’s struggling, you may see that reflected in your energy bills. Here are some simple things you can do to keep your fridge and freezer working at their peak performance during those hot summer months. (more…)

The title to this article reveals one noteworthy fact about under-counter refrigerators. Those appliances are not as portable, as mini fridges. In fact, some of them get placed in a permanent installation. (more…)

If you find that your refrigerator has started to leak, do not feel that you have to call an expert at fridge repairs. You should first seek an answer to the questions shared with readers of this article. Each question highlights the possible source of a leak. More importantly, a leak at any of those sources can be fixed with a minimum amount of effort. (more…)

Before introduction of garbage disposals, the cleanup process following a meal took a good deal of time. The dishwasher could not simply rinse the dirty plates in the sink, because some of the food might clog the sink’s drain. Today, the presence of a garbage disposal removes the need for such concerns. (more…)

Dryer fires have forced many homeowners to call the fire department. Still, no fireman would say that all dryers represent a safety hazard. A dryer is like a fire in a fireplace; it does not represent a hazard as long as it receives the proper amount of attention. (more…)

As a shopper, do not assume that all carbon monoxide detectors function in pretty much the same way. In fact, there are three types of such detectors. The most basic type carries out just two functions. It detects the harmful and odorless gas, and then it sets off an alarm. That basic type will only function if it has been placed in a room with a smoke detector. A second type provides the user with two-fold security. It performs two different jobs: detecting smoke and detecting carbon monoxide (CO). (more…)