Appliance Repair

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...

Changing a dryer cord is easy and can be done by most individuals with a few tools around the house. Due to the different types of outlets installed in homes, dryers have been made to have their...

If you hear a clicking or grinding sound when your microwave runs, or if the turntable doesn't rotate at all, then the turntable motor needs to be replaced. The motor can be replaced relatively...

When moving from one house to another, or after purchasing a new dryer, you may find that your dryer's plug does not fit the receptacle. In other instances, a dryer cord may become damaged during...

Because vacuum cleaners take a lot of wear and tear, replacement of the agitator belt is a necessity. Over time, the vacuum seems to lose power and takes much more time and more passes to pick up...

A bad burner is one of the most common problems on GE stoves. GE has more variety in their burners than almost any other manufacturer, so the process for changing the burner can vary from stove to...

Many homeowners are looking to save energy and fuel cost, and a good start is to burn wood. With a general knowledge of carpentry and a few mechanical skills, the average homeowner can retrofit a...

Maytag appliances help us to make life easier and more efficient by automating many of those daily tasks and chores most people would rather not waste time doing. The issue is what to do when one...

Whirlpool is a trusted brand in home appliances that has been in business since the early 1900s. According to Whirlpool's website, they have donated over $110 million in grants to charitable...

There are many common problems with a GE Spacemaker microwave that you can diagnose and repair with ease. Spacemaker microwaves are designed so that most checks can be made without having to...

A "buzzing" washing machine could mean a hefty repair bill if not attended to promptly. Although the sound is probably due to the water taps being energized, it could also be a matter of clogged...

Miele is a high-end vacuum cleaner that uses innovative technology and has gained a strong market share in the upscale appliances market. Despite relatively strong customer reviews and a high...

You can diagnose and fix many GE (General Electric) stove problems with a similar approach. Problems such as a bad surface unit or a bake element that won't heat are easily taken care of. Discover...

Changing a gasket on a GE refrigerator can be a frustrating experience. The overall process is not complex, nor does it involve a great number of steps, but a certain amount of technique is...

The most common problem with a GE oven is bad bake or broil element. GE has produced hundreds of different shapes and sizes of elements over the years, but most of them come down to three basic...

Troubleshooting a Whirlpool icemaker can be an easy task if you know what to look for. Many times an icemaker problem is actually caused by something other than the icemaker. The icemaker will not...

A bad ignitor is one of the most common issues with Whirlpool gas ranges. If you see a glow coming from the bottom of your oven but the flame never comes on, then the ignitor is the most likely...

Gas ovens use propane or natural gas to fuel their baking chambers and stove-top burners. While older models use pilot lights, which remain lit at all times, to ignite burners; more recent models...

Dryers are surprisingly simple machines, and problems can usually be diagnosed without too much difficulty. Whirlpool dryers are especially user friendly, and many repairs can be made by an easy...

Whirlpool refrigerator defrost problems are when your refrigerator does not melt away the frost that builds up in the freezer when it is running. This causes a lack of airflow, which results in a...

Replacement of a heating element--also known as the bake element--is a necessary maintenance step as your oven ages. With the financial burdens you may be experiencing, a large repair bill may be...

One of the most common problems with a Whirlpool washer is a bad coupling. If your washer is having trouble during agitation--especially if you hear a grinding/crunching noise--it is very likely...

General Electric (GE) washers generate error codes when malfunctions are detected by the machine's on-board circuitry. These error codes can be used to troubleshoot washer operation and can help...

The tub on a GE front loading washing machine is turned by a grooved belt that transfers the rotary motion of the washer's motor to the tub drive pulley. If error codes such as E45 or E49 appear...

LG makes a line of front-loading washing machines for residential use. Service access for the washing machine begins by removing the top cover. The dispenser assembly and noise filter are directly...

If your Whirlpool clothes dryer tumbles the clothes but does not get warm, a failed heating element may be the culprit. Replacing the heating element is a common repair on any clothes dryer with...

Major components of the GE washer can be accessed after removing the washer's front panel. These components include, but are not limited to, the tub and basket, the motor, remote pump and the...

LG makes a line of front loading washing machines with electronic controls. Service access for the dispenser assembly and the main circuit board assembly for these washing machines can be gained...

After a day at work, it's disheartening to arrive home and notice that the food in the fridge isn't cold or is too cold or that there's a puddle on the floor in front of the refrigerator door....

If you purchase a new dryer and find the plug does not fit the receptacle, it is likely because of new electrical codes. The new dryer is up to code but your wall outlet is not. You can purchase a...

The agitator on a Maytag washer is composed of an auger that sits on a base. Although it is made of a hard resin that is resistant to damage, the spline inside may wear out over time. Once you...

A high pitched squeal coming from your Maytag dryer is a sign of a loose belt. Unlike a belt in your car, the Maytag dryer belt cannot be tightened. To tighten a belt on a Maytag dryer you will...

The heating elements on a smooth top range will stop working from time to time. Unlike an open top range, the range top will have to be raised on your smooth top range to gain access to the...

Consider three key factors in do-it-yourself appliance repair that apply to any appliance you might work on, regardless of brand or type. You are well on your way to success if you know the model...

You can use a lint box for your dryer to help the dryer stay lint free. The lint box works inline with the dryers’ flexible hose to help remove lint that may have escaped the dryers’ lint trap. ...

When you move into a new house or apartment you may find that your dryer plug does not fit the outlet. This is because of a safety measure put in place that requires a 240-volt appliance like your...

Oven thermostats will fail over time. Your casseroles will either burn or not cook through because the thermostat is not doing its job of regulating the temperature. You can install an oven...

Pots and pans can become stained quite easily after time and sometimes can be a pain to clean. Especially when the stains hit the corners, where they can be quite difficult to remove. Usually it...

If you watch a little late night TV then you have most certainly caught a Juicer infomercial or highlights of Montel Williams’s new blender. No matter if you decided to buy the best blender for...

Maytag drum rollers, belt and idler pulley can only be repaired with the drum removed from the dryer. Once you can remove the drum from your dryer, you can readily access the other parts. The...

Instructions on how to change the belt on a model BM1393 central vacuum power nozzle.

How to change the belt on any Sweep n Groom central vacuum power nozzle model.

If you own a Beckett oil burner that has recently run low on oil or run out of it, you may need to prime the lines. Running a unit that is low on fuel will cause the burner pump to draw excessive...

Oil-heat equipment has an efficiency advantage of about 16 percent over gas, according to the Beckett Corp., as well as offering owners of electric furnaces a savings of 50 percent or more when...

The belt on a Hoover upright drives the vacuum cleaner's roller brush, which picks up dirt, dust and debris. If the belt breaks, the Hoover will have a hard time picking up anything that can be...