When buying new home appliances, the most important thing is to focus on practicality, efficiency, and longevity rather than flashy features. Each major appliance – refrigerator, range, microwave, washing machine, and dishwasher – has design choices that directly impact your …
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Picture this: you’re stuck on a stranded island in a grass hut. If you could only pick four (yes, just four appliances) to put in your hut, what would they be? Talking to the experts at RepairClinic, we’ve created a …
Here’s a roundup of our favorite kitchen appliance cleaning and care tips: Refrigerators and freezers How to clean your refrigerator (and keep it clean!) How to kill a refrigerator Three ways to reduce the cost of powering your refrigerator or …
To remove a stuck refrigerator light bulb, first unplug or disconnect the power to the refrigerator. Lightly spray a lubricant, such as WD-40®, at the base of the bulb and allow it to set for a few minutes. Use a …
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You shouldn’t store coffee in the refrigerator or freezer because the moisture and odors inside can ruin its natural oils, aroma, and flavor. Coffee easily absorbs surrounding smells, so refrigerating it can leave your cup tasting like last night’s leftovers …
To deep clean your refrigerator begin by dedicating two to three hours to the task, donning rubber gloves, and systematically working through your fridge, from clearing shelves to washing drawers. Utilize tools like this deodorizer and Goo Gone cleaner for …
Your ice smells or tastes bad because of issues like a dirty water filter, stale ice, poor water quality, or food odors being absorbed inside your refrigerator or freezer. Replacing your refrigerator’s water filter every six months, keeping food properly …
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You can keep your freezer running efficiently and extend its lifespan by regularly checking the temperature, cleaning the interior, inspecting and replacing worn door gaskets, and maintaining key components like condenser coils and defrost pans. Proper freezer maintenance not only …
You can accidentally kill your refrigerator by puncturing refrigerant lines while defrosting, short cycling the compressor by turning it on and off repeatedly, transporting it on its side or back, or exposing it to extreme temperatures in places like an …
Your refrigerator’s water dispenser can stop working due to issues such as a clogged water filter, frozen supply tube, weak water pressure, or faulty components like the water inlet valve, dispenser switch, or control board. Because the dispenser relies on …
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To speed up your ice maker and get ice faster, reduce your freezer’s temperature to between 0 and 5 degrees Fahrenheit (-18 to -15 C). Colder freezer temperatures help the ice freeze faster and allow the ice cube tray thermostat …
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What causes freezer burn? And is it safe? People often ask us if the familiar snowy fuzz that appears on food in freezers is caused by a freezer malfunction. This ultra common “freezer burn” problem is actually caused by …
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