Isn’t it great that you can store those extra pans and pots under your oven? You know, in that pull-out drawer? Well, surprise! That drawer is technically not for storage—though you can use it that way. In fact, though most people may not realize it, the compartment built into the bottom of most ovens is … Read more
Whether it’s accepting a check made out in the technician’s name (and not the company’s), or trying to use a generic part of a brand appliance instead of a a factory part, there are many ways consumers may get scammed or tricked by people purporting to be qualified appliance technicians. With the Internet, it’s easier … Read more
To self clean or not to self clean? That is the question. The answer? …No! Your oven’s self cleaning feature is a built in tool which allows the machine to heat lingering food particles and grime in the oven, turning them to ash and basically burning them off the interior of the unit. Sound useful? … Read more
Your dryer does a lot to make your life simpler—so why not return the favor with a little much-needed TLC? Dirt buildup in your dryer can affect its efficiency, as well as get onto your clothing. Ew! But did you know it only takes about 5 minutes to give your drying machine a proper clean? … Read more
Many ovens have a traditional style thermostat which helps to control the internal temperature of the oven. But if that oven is overheating on the outside and your food is becoming burnt, this could potentially be the work of a faulty thermostat! But like all appliances, ovens are comprised of countless parts — many of … Read more
Knowing if an appliance in your home has been subject to a manufacturer recall can make all the difference between safety and catastrophe in your home. While it may seem intimidating, trying to figure out if any of your appliances have been recalled, it’s actually much simpler than you may think. And it’s super important. … Read more
Keeping your kitchen appliances clean is not only incredibly important for the health and well-being of your family (after all, remember: the food you’re eating is coming into the contact with these machines), but also for the longevity of your appliances, too. Over time, grime, food residue, and dirt build-up can impact both the operation … Read more
In the United States alone, each year there are 9,600 house fires and an estimated 25 deaths that occur due to house fires. The most tragic thing about house fires is the fact that so many of them are easily preventable, especially appliance-related fires. While bouts of bad luck and unavoidable accidents do, of course, … Read more
Your refrigerator is where you store most of your family’s food. At the same time, it can become pretty grimy and bacteria-ridden if not properly cleaned. Do you really want bacterial build-up and gross old food bits in the same space where you store your food? We didn’t think so. For your health and safety, … Read more
According to Consumer Reports, roughly half of all appliance-related fires are caused by misuse, while the remaining 50% are actually caused by the appliances themselves. To help protect you, your home, and your family from disaster, we’ve compiled a list of ways you can protect yourself against the latter cause of appliance related fire hazards. … Read more