Appliance Repair

Rust is a common problem with shovels since they often come in contact with moist ground and other damp substances. If not properly cleaned, the moisture and oxygen around a shovel can react with...

When you start to notice that your Dirt Devil vacuum cleaner is not up to par, you may be tempted to throw it out and buy a new one. Before putting your old vacuum out with the trash, try...

The door latch on a Frigidaire dishwasher holds the door closed during the wash cycle. The electronic control system of the dishwasher must detect that the door is closed before the wash cycle can...

The electric range in your kitchen is probably one of the most often-used appliances in the home. Over time, the burners on the electric range will begin to fail--often at the most inconvenient...

An F9 error code on a General Electric (GE) oven indicates that the oven's electronic control system has detected a problem with the automatic door lock. The automatic door lock mechanism prevents...

When a heating element on your stove does not work you can test it before it is replaced. This can save you time and money. It is easy to do. Follow these steps to test a stove element.

Whirlpool manufactures a line of ovens for residential use that have glass windows in the doors. These glass windows allow the cook to observe the condition of the food in the oven without opening...

We can extend the life of our vacuum cleaner by cleaning it and doing some minor maintenance on a regular basis. Regular cleaning and maintenance will also allow the vacuum to operate at an...

If you are experiencing trouble with your gas dryer, you may have to open it up to get inside. There are many minor problems that often occur that you can repair, saving the cost of a repairman....

For more than 130 years, Bissell Homecare, Inc., has produced a wide variety of floor- and carpet-cleaning products designed for easy cleaning, as well as simple unit cleanup and...

Frigidaire makes a line of front-loading washing machines for residential use. Repairs to the washer may necessitate removal of the front panel to gain access to the drain pump and tub assemblies....

Frigidaire makes combo washer/dryer units for residential use. These one-piece laundry centers are appropriately sized for apartment dwellers who want the convenience of in-house laundry but don't...

Pellet stoves offer an alternative way to heat your home. Unlike a fireplace or wood stove, pellet stoves keep a constant fire by feeding fuel at a steady rate to the burn chamber. And unlike wood...

Even though washing machines are usually reliable pieces of equipment, there may come a time when you have to replace the pump drive belt on a Whirlpool washing machine. I want to guide you...

Your appliances should be repaired instead of replaced in certain situations. When you repair your appliances, you can save a significant amount of money. Aging appliances can still have a number...

The Maytag Neptune dryer belt will wear out just as any other appliance part will. Unlike other dryers, however, you don't have to remove the tumbler to replace the belt on this model. Once you...

It's important to know how to open the console on a Whirlpool dryer to access and test the components inside. The timer, start switches and temperature controls are located inside the control...

A water heater that does not function properly can be a major source of stress and hassle for homeowners. Many components can break down and damage your water heater. Smelly water, limited amounts...

The Dirt Devil Envision is an upright vacuum cleaner with a roller brush powered by an electric motor and rubber drive belt. When the belt wears out or breaks, the roller cannot pick up dust and...

The waveguide cover is the component in a microwave that helps convey the electromagnetic waves into the central heating area. It is fairly common for the waveguide to burn out because of grease...

Most Frigidaire ovens have a single control knob for setting the internal oven cooking temperature. Most oven knobs are simple pieces of plastic. Although they can last many years, they are prone...

A bad fuse is one of the most common problems on microwaves, including Whirlpool ovens. Most modern microwaves use the same style of fuse which you can find at most appliance and electronics...

GE built-in microwaves generally have two light sources: two bulbs that function together beneath the oven, and one bulb that lights the inside cavity. The difficulty of replacing the bulb differs...

If you own a gas oven, a time may come when you'll need to relight the pilot light. Most newer models have electric starters that ignite the pilot light when the oven turns on. Older gas ovens...

A Whirlpool top-loading washing machine uses a center post agitator to agitate garments in the basket. Replacement of the agitator may be necessary if the fins become damaged, and the agitator...

The oven lights in Whirlpool ovens will come on when an oven door is opened or when you touch the "Oven Light" touch key. As with any light bulb in the house, the oven light bulbs can burn out....

The Whirlpool ice maker is an extremely successful design that has been used on many brands of refrigerators. The ice makers tend to be reliable and easy to repair, but they still have the...

Whirlpool manufactures a line of washing machines that uses a center post to agitate garments in the basket. The top half of this agitator can be replaced if the fins are damaged; it is generally...

If your Whirlpool washer doesn't fill or if it fills too slowly and an error code such as an A09 or an F01 appears, the culprit may be the water-mixing valve or water inlet valve. If the hot and...

Most modern electric ranges use a style of burner switch called an infinite heat switch. These switches are push-to-turn; you have to push them forward or into the switch before they will rotate....

From steam, to liquid, to ice, we have the ability to transform water into different forms that help us to bring more comfort into our lives. In particular, icemakers help with the production of...

Whirlpool Corp. manufactures a line of washing machines for residential use. Removing the top cover is necessary to gain service access to many of the washer's internal components, such as the...

Cook tops with electric coil heating elements are still very popular among those buying new models, in part because they are inexpensive, readily available, and easy to clean and maintain. While...

Getting the perfect internal temperature for your food on the grill is important, not just for knowing the temperature at which you are cooking, but for safety measures. Charcoal grilling is an...

The Whirlpool model LER6611LQ0 dryer is the most common style of Whirlpool dryer. Taking the front off the dryer is a relatively easy process as long as you know what to look for. You can access...

Whirlpool appliances are among the easiest brands to diagnose and repair. Most common Whirlpool dryer problems require only simple parts replacement. Two different access points allow inspection...

You do not have to pay retail price for appliances. There is a way that you can buy brand new appliances at a fraction of the price and this article will outline how to do it.

Sealed bearings offer low maintenance and long life for many applications from machinery to bicycles and appliances. To extend the life of sealed bearings, lubrication may eventually be necessary....

Sears markets a line of Kenmore appliances for residential use that includes stoves and ovens. Replacement parts are generally available through your local Sears outlet or through an appliance...

Whirlpool electric dryers are good, reliable machines, and most problems can be fixed by replacing a part. Most Whirlpool dryer parts are stocked by appliance stores, so you don't have to worry...

The water valve solenoid is the part which directs water from your house's water supply to the icemaker inside your Whirlpool refrigerator. Sometimes a solenoid can go bad, resulting in no water...

Ceramic stoves are great combination of practicality and beauty: thanks to their flat top, they look sleek as well as provide additional, and welcome, counter space in the kitchen. Unfortunately,...

A generator converts mechanical or fuel energy into electrical energy. Generators are used on a large scale to power millions of homes and other buildings across the country. On a small scale,...

Maytag has gas and electric dryers, and both can save countless hours when completing daily chores, but when they are in need of repair it's hard to imagine what we ever did without them. You can...

Frigidaire markets a selection of ovens for residential use. Replacing the heating element in a Frigidaire oven is a very basic repair. The bake element sits on the floor of the oven compartment...

GE electric stand-alone dryers tend to have the same problems as many other brands: bad belts, heating problems and various noises. All of these problems require a similar approach for diagnosis...

Top-loading GE and Hotpoint washing machines use a simple agitator. The most common problems are a bad agitator spline on older models and a bad coupler on new styles. These parts are common and...

Unless you're a trust baby, you've probably had the experience of washing a dish or two. Although the experience is cathartic for some, most of us would rather skip that portion of the eating...

An electrical appliance is designed to run at a specified voltage. The vast majority of the time, the voltage that the electrical utility delivers to our houses is constant, but it can vary under...

Bissell makes vacuum cleaners for allergen control and basic household cleaning. Styles include uprights, cyclonic bagless vacuums with see-through collection chambers, and heavy-duty and...