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Appliance Care and Maintenance
The average homeowner has several thousand dollars invested in major appliances. This guide shows you how to protect that investment...
Appliance Care Checklist
While major appliances make our lives easier, they also pose significant risks if not maintained properly. This guide explains...
Appliance Refinishing
Appliance refinishing is the process of turning an older, sometimes antique, stove or refrigerator into a newer looking model...
Appliance Warranties
When purchasing an appliance ask the dealer if the appliance is covered by a factory warranty...
Central Vacuum Systems
Central vacuum systems can be installed in virtually any new or older home--ranch, split-level, two story, split foyer or other--with relative ease and no damage to walls...
Choosing the Right Appliance
Your choice of household appliances will hinge on your personal tastes, budget and what best matches your interior...
Clothes Dryers
...even a gas dryer uses electricity for all its non-heating actions. When your dryer doesn't do its job, look first to the basics...
Dishwasher Tips
If your dishwasher cleans poorly, it could be caused by one of many things...
Garbage Disposal Repair
Your disposal can jam if something solid or tough gets lodged between the spinning plate and the inside wall...
Garbage Disposals
Garbage disposals are pretty simple, and they all work on a similar principle. They have a flat plate with small, rotating, steel mashers...
Install a Central Vacuum System
Central vacuum systems include a central power unit located away from living areas...
Installing a Washer and Dryer
Make sure ahead of time that you have a grounded 120-volt laundry receptacle. Some areas may require that the washer and dryer be on separate circuits...
Maintenance for Washing Machines
Washing machines have either a painted steel or porcelain-coated steel cabinet. It's perfectly safe to use a little dish detergent and a damp rag...
Paint or Replace an Oven?
I recently remodeled my kitchen, and instead of buying a new oven to match my new refrigerator, I'd rather paint it if at all possible...
Porcelain and Enamel Resurfacing
I am renting an older mobile home that has an ugly green bathtub and bathroom sink in it. They are made out of metal and I would like to repaint them...
Purchasing Appliances
This information can clarify and help answer some questions about purchasing and installing appliances...
Range Hood Maintenance
You need to periodically clean your over-the-stove vent hood...
Refrigerator Temperature Settings; Keep Your Fridge Smelling Fresh
Temperature settings for refrigerator and freezer compartments are given arbitrary numbers...
Refrigerators: Electric and Gas
An electric refrigerator uses the evaporation of a liquid to absorb heat. As the liquid evaporates, it absorbs heat and creates the cool feeling...
Repair or Replace Appliances?
The age of your appliance can sometimes dictate whether it should be repaired or replaced...
Repairing Dishwasher and Water Damage
My dishwasher is leaking into my basement, which is finished. I need to get my dishwasher out in order to repair it or to replace it...
Selecting Major Appliances
When updating a kitchen or laundry room, you'll need to make important decisions about appliances...
Shopping for an Appliance
Here are some tips when purchasing some of the most widely purchased appliances...
Trash and Waste Disposal
Under normal circumstances most communities require that all trash barrels be put out the night before your service day...
What to Look For When Purchasing an Appliance
Energy efficiency is a key factor to keep in mind when purchasing appliances...

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