We are all guilty of taking some of our luxuries for granted, and it always nice to enjoy your favorite foods and snacks, perfectly cooked and refreshing. But, the refrigerator was actually invented because it was the only safe way to store food long-term in the home. (more…)

If you’ve ever washed a load of clothing only to realize that they smell worse than when they started, you may have a problem with lint buildup in your dryer. Many people have faced this mysterious issue, which can be very puzzling. Often, people make the mistake of assuming their washing machine is not functioning correctly. But, often, if your clothing comes out of the wash with a musty or moldy smell, the culprit is most often your dryer. (more…)

If you’re like most people, your dishwasher is one of your favorite appliances in the house. Not only does it save you the trouble hand-washing and drying dishes, it is a wonderful way of storing away dirty plates between meals. But, even your favorite appliance can cause a nightmare when it stops working. (more…)

The garbage disposal is an ingenious household appliance that makes cleanup easier, and clogged pipes much less likely. When your garbage disposal breaks down, it is possible that you will require professional support to get it running again. But, there are a few do-it-yourself repairs that you can try yourself before you call in a technician. (more…)

People have all sorts of questions about convection ovens. Here are a few of them, along with the answers.
I have heard that a cook can save time by using a convection oven; is that true? Yes, the appliance can hold several pans at any one time, so a chef can have several different dishes cooking at the same time. (more…)

These are not like signs along the side of a highway. Each of them resembles more closely the signs that a doctor might look for, when examining a patient. In that case, each of sign offers an indication of the patient’s health. The signs enumerated in this article reveal the rate at which a water heater has moved closer to the end of its lifetime. (more…)

If you have learned how to use your in-sink appliance properly, then it should provide you with certain clues, regarding its reduced ability to function as expected. If you manage to note them, those clues should let you know that it will not be long before you must arrange for replacement of a malfunctioning garbage disposal. (more…)

As long as it remains in good condition, a microwave oven should keep working for a span of 5 to 10 years. That fact calls attention to the extent to which proper maintenance helps to increase the length of the appliance’s lifespan. So, what steps should a family take, in order to enjoy prolonged access to a well-maintained microwave oven? (more…)

The refrigerator displayed in a store, or the one viewed by an online shopper might look lovely. A list of the options that come with the same device might be quite impressive. Still, if it does not fit into your kitchen or match with the kitchen’s décor, you might want to think twice about buying it. Know what questions you need to ask, so that you can feel confident of ordering an appliance that will prove useful to both you and all the members of your family. (more…)

The measures outlined here, have been described as a trick. These suggested measures accomplish three different purposes, each of which aids the homeowner’s ability to deal with a breakdown of the home’s refrigerator. (more…)