Changing the heating element in your Whirlpool dryer is one of the easiest do-it-yourself appliance repairs. Dryer heating elements commonly fail, so learning how to do this simple maintenance is very worthwhile. If you can replace your heating element instead of buying a brand new dryer, you can save a lot of money. This article explains how to easily change a heating element in a Whirlpool dryer. Accessing the Main Compartment Read More»
You might not think about your refrigerator very often, especially if it’s working properly. You place your food in it and everything stays nice and cold – just the way you like it. Unfortunately, refrigerators have a habit of breaking down when you least expect them to. Luckily, you can reduce the chances of facing an unexpected breakdown by paying attention to the subtle hints of impending doom that your refrigerator might be providing you with. Read More»
The evaporator in a normal refrigerator is a key element to the unit’s ability to cool. If the evaporator is not working, refrigerant will not flow through the lines as necessary. This means that your refrigerator motor will need to work hard to maintain a constant, cool temperature. Of course, this ultimately means that you are wasting money and shortening the lifespan of your refrigerator. Luckily, you can clean your evaporator on your own to make sure it is running at maximum efficiency. Read More»
A dehumidifier is a valuable part of an air conditioning system if you live in an area with high humidity during the summer months. The dehumidifier ensures that the air coming into your HVAC system isn’t too moist, which can lead to more rapid erosion of parts and lead to mold and mildew problems. If your dehumidifier has suddenly ceased functioning, the problem might be in the bucket switch, which checks to see whether the drain bucket is full then turns off the unit to prevent overflow. Read More»
If you have a dishwasher that is not getting your dishes clean, you may be putting off calling an appliance repair technician and just doing the dishes in the sink, yourself. A dishwasher is not a necessity, but a convenience. However, if you have one in your home, you might as well be able to use it, right? Here are a few simple repairs you can do yourself that might help your unit clean properly again. Read More»