4 Mistakes To Avoid When Storing A Refrigerator

If you need to put a refrigerator in storage for an extended period of time, it's important to avoid some common storage mistakes to make sure that your unit will function properly when you need to use it again. Poor storage practices can cause you to waste money and lead to frustrations down the road when your unit malfunctions. By avoiding the following four mistakes, you can keep your refrigerator in the best possible shape while it's in storage:  [Read More]

2 Potential Reasons Your Washing Machine Is Making So Much Noise

It's easy to tell when a washing machine has gotten out of whack, especially since this often results in less than comforting sounds, such as squeaks, gurgles, and abrupt bangs. If you would like to learn more about what these untoward sounds might mean, read on. This article will discuss two potential causes of a noisy washing machine. You're dealing with one or more broken damper straps. A top loaded washing machine has to be capable of spinning with incredible speed, in order to remove as much water as possible from the cleaned clothing. [Read More]

Maintenance Tips For Your Air Conditioning Unit

Your air conditioner helps to keep you and your family nice and cool on hot summer days/nights. With just a touch of the thermostat, you have that cool air blowing through your vents, and in no time at all your home is cooled to a nice 72 degree temperature. If you don't take care of your air conditioner properly, though, the next time you turn on your air conditioner, you could run into a problem such as the unit not turning on at all, not cooling your home properly, or cycling constantly. [Read More]

Troubleshooting The Inlet Valve On Your Washing Machine

A washing machine relies on both your electrical and your plumbing systems for its correct functioning. Many washers tend to develop problems at the inlet valve, the place where these two systems converge. Here is some information regarding the inlet valve. The Basic Idea The inlet valve can be found on the back of your washing machine, at the place where the two water supply hoses are attached. Because the water supply knobs are generally left open for convenience, the inlet valve plays the important role of determining the appropriate time to allow water to enter the machine. [Read More]