If you own a washing machine, chances are it may require replacement parts during the course of its life. Most washer parts can be ordered directly from the manufacturer, while others are found at online retailers. If you prefer do-it-yourself repairs, you might want to have a few of these replacement washer parts on hand in the event of a failure. Here are of the more common replacement parts your washing machine may require at some point:…
There are two types of burglar alarms: wired and wireless. Wired alarms use sensors and a control panel wired in to the home, as opposed to wireless alarms, which have battery sensors connected to a control panel via radio signals. Trying to determine which type of alarm will work best for you? Consider these pros and cons of wired alarms.
The Pros of Wired Alarms
Unlike with wireless alarms, you do not have to worry about changing batteries in the sensors of wired alarms.…
If you’re trying to put together a professional kitchen, either for an actual business or just because you want a pro-level space in your home, the refrigerator and freezer are going to be under special scrutiny. On one hand, you have the standard combination refrigerator and freezer in one unit (with the freezer located in various places), or you could have two separate units, one for frozen goods and one for refrigerated goods – and it is possible to find full-size refrigerators without freezers and vice versa.…
An electric dryer is designed to circulate hot air through wet laundry so as to evaporate moisture from them. If the temperature within the dryer gets too hot, it can damage fabric and cost you more in energy bills. Read on to learn what parts could result in an electric dryer that’s too hot.
Obstructed exhaust vent
The most common cause of a dryer that gets too hot is an obstructed exhaust vent.…
Your washing machine drastically makes your life easier, especially if you have a large family. As such, the last thing you want to deal with is an appliance breakdown that requires either a repair or for you to replace the washing machine entirely. Going even a few days without a working washing machine can cause your laundry baskets to overflow quickly. Fortunately, there are several different strategies you can use to prolong the lifespan of your machine.…
If your clothes dryer is not working, then laundry may have become even more of a chore for you if you must take time to hang your wet clothing on a clothes line, or worse, around the house, to dry. While it may be time to buy a new one, it may not be if you find out you have one of the following problems that can be repaired to save you money.…