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How to Up-Keep Your Own Older Appliances

I inherited my parents' home about eight years ago, and when I moved in I quickly realized just how old everything was – especially the appliances. I didn't have the money to replace anything so I started renting books from the library and asking handyman friends of mine for advice so I could fix the appliances up and improve their performance. So while a yearly appointment for servicing from a professional is important, I have learned that with the right know-how and just a little effort it's easy to maintain old appliances so that they keep up, at least somewhat, with the newer models on the market. I realize that not everyone has had the time or inclination to learn about servicing their own appliances, so I thought I'd start this website to provide straight forward tips and tricks that anyone can use on the appliances in their own home.

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Common Reasons Your Refrigerator's Ice Maker Isn't Making Ice

Posted on February 26, 2015

A fridge with an ice maker and water dispenser is a nice convenience, but the system has many mechanisms, and any one of them failing or underperforming could prevent your ice maker from making ice properly. Unless the ice making unit itself is broken, many of the common problems can easily be fixed by yourself with a little troubleshooting. There is a chance you may need to replace your ice maker or some other part, but you can still try to figure out which part specifically is causing the problem. [Read More]

3 Sign that Your AC System Needs Repair

Posted on February 20, 2015

Having an air conditioning system in your house is a must for most homeowners. Depending on where you live, an air conditioning system could be the difference between your comfort and misery. That is why it is important that you have a good working air conditioning system. All systems will need repairs and replacement at some point. Here are a couple signs that your air conditioning system is going bad. [Read More]

2 Refrigerator Maintenance Tips

Posted on February 18, 2015

Refrigerators are one of the most indispensable appliances in the modern world. For that reason, nothing could be more frustrating than a broken fridge. Luckily, you can avoid costly refrigerator repairs by learning a few a few simple maintenance tips. If your home has a refrigerator, read on. This article will introduce two ways to keep it going strong. Clean and replace door gaskets The gaskets are those rubbery strips around the perimeter of the fridge and freezer doors. [Read More]

Common Questions About Washer And Dryer Problems Answered

Posted on February 12, 2015

Your washer and dryer are two of the most important major appliances that you own. In addition to being highly convenient, these devices can be remarkably durable. However, there are some minor problems that your washer and dryer may develop. Not surprisingly, you may have questions on the rare occasion that something goes wrong with these devices.  Why Does The Washing Machine Supply Line Drip Water? As time progresses, you may one day notice that a small leak has developed on with your washing machine. [Read More]