Do-it-yourselfer Dona Stone made an important decision when she found herself a single mother. “I became determined to ensure my kids still had a great life, even though I was on my own as a single parent,” Stone said. “We …
Appliances and DIY repair: Wisdom from a thriving single mother Read More »
Many of the most common appliance problems can be fixed with RepairClinic’s troubleshooting and how-to information, an inexpensive replacement part and 20 minutes of your time. As one happy customer recently wrote, “A $10 part, a free how-to video and …
10 simple, under $50 DIY appliance repairs that can save you hundreds of dollars Read More »
Hi, Appliance and Outdoor Power Equipment Care Nerd here reporting for duty. An unexpected side effect to working at RepairClinic is that I’ve become observant – and vocal – about how my family and friends care for their appliances and …
Appliance care things you’re (probably) not doing but should be Read More »
It’s officially summer! Upside: Lots of family fun. Downside: Increased cooling equipment and appliance energy consumption and higher bills. That’s why it’s an ideal time to implement changes to reduce energy consumption around your home. First and foremost, fix …
Best energy-saving tips for your home this summer Read More »
Before you toss your last duffel bag into your car, make sure your home is ready for your extended absence. Here are seven tips to get it ready: Set your water heater to its vacation setting, if applicable. Unless you …
The recent phasing out of incandescent light bulbs has many people scratching their heads trying to figure out what the best alternative is (or they’re stock piling incandescent bulbs). In the past, you could tell if someone had installed CFLs …
How to choose an energy efficient light bulb (without sitting in the dark) Read More »
It’s extremely important to pay attention to changes in performance of your appliances. Changes in operational sound indicate that key components are worn or damaged. Taking fast action to fix these issues may prevent expensive repairs and protect other components …
This blog post marks the beginning of a series of energy savings blog posts we’re going to create over the next few months. We’re going to cover a wide range of topics, including: energy-saving lightbulbs, proper disposal of electronics and …
Cleaning your refrigerator is a daunting task. The fear of discovering leftovers from two years ago or finding mold growing on a now un-recognizable food can be an awfully powerful argument to leave the fridge as is. Here are the …
How to clean your refrigerator (and keep it clean!) Read More »
Front-load washing machines have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. They’re admired for their sleek design, water and energy efficiency, cleaning capabilities and easy operation. But there’s one resounding flaw: They get smelly, if not regularly maintained. That’s why we …
How to clean a smelly front load washing machine Read More »
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