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How to Clean LG Front and Top Loading Washers with the Tub Clean Cycle
Plus, how to clean the rest of your washer & prevent odors With regular use, your LG washing machine can get pretty dirty and produce an unpleasant, mildew odor. Luckily, most newer front and top-loading washers have a s...
How to Turn on a Gas Oven (With Safety Tips)
Use these expert tips to light a gas oven safelyMany older models of gas ovens may require you to manually light the pilot light to heat the oven. Though safe to do when following instructions, it’s still important to ...
What to Do if Your Microwave Isn't Heating Food
Expert tips to diagnose and fix your non-heating microwave It can be frustrating when your microwave isn't heating your food or drinks as fast as it should. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to troubleshoot a mi...
Everything You Need to Know About Resetting Samsung Washers
The best ways to restore a Samsung washer to its original state If you are experiencing problems with your Samsung washing machine, you may be able to fix these issues by resetting it, but how do you do that? Can you re...
How to Fix a Squeaky Dryer: Disassembly and Repair
Trying to do a load of laundry, but your dryer won’t stop making an awful squealing noise? The good news is, a squeaky dryer rarely means that you need a whole new dryer; instead, there are some common parts that you m...
How to
Unlock an Oven
It can be frustrating if your oven locks when you need to use it, especially if there doesn’t seem to be a logical reason for why it’s locked in the first place! If it was interrupted in the middle of a self-cleaning...
How to Troubleshoot & Repair a Washer That Doesn’t Drain
Get your washer to drain by unclogging it or replacing damaged parts When a washer won’t drain, it’s usually because there’s a clog or the pump is broken. If you figure out what’s causing the issue, you may be ab...
How to Fix a Dishwasher with Drainage Issues: Troubleshooting & Solutions
You open your dishwasher to put away your sparkling clean dishes only to find a massive puddle at the bottom of the machine. Don’t panic! Troubleshooting and fixing most dishwasher drainage issues is a quick and easy p...
How to
Test a Thermocouple
A thermocouple is a safety device that helps control the gas supply in gas-heated furnaces. When it stops working, the furnace’s pilot light also turns off. For a basic test, attempt to turn on the pilot light again. I...
How to Unblock a Clogged Washing Machine Drain
Clean your washing machine’s drain so that you can get back to cleaning clothes Have you noticed water on the floor of your laundry room, or a drum full of soap suds? Chances are, these issues are caused by soap residu...
Why Your Dryer Is Making Noise & What Steps to Take to Solve It
Troubleshoot what’s making your dryer loud with our complete guide While it’s normal for dryers to make some noise during a cycle, very loud sounds may signal a worn or damaged component. Squeaking, thumping, and gr...
How to
Check a Microwave for Leaks
Exposure to high levels of microwave radiation can cause health problems due to extreme heat, such as cataracts and burns. While most microwave oven leaks are too small to create such significant health risks, be on the...
How to Fix a GE Dishwasher That Isn't Draining
Follow these steps to get your dishwasher back up and runningIn the vast majority of cases, your GE dishwasher will be struggling to drain because of filter issues. This is easy enough to fix, although GE’s nested filt...
How to
Drain a Washing Machine by Hand
If your machine isn’t draining properly, you’ll have to drain it yourself before attempting to repair it. Before doing that, you want to plan out exactly what you’re doing to avoid injury and massive spills. If you...
How to
Silence a Microwave
Microwaves tend to beep a lot—every time you press a button on the keypad, when the cook cycle is complete, and then every few minutes afterward to remind you if you haven't taken your food out yet. Are all these beeps...
How to
Unclog a Washing Machine
It is super frustrating to open your washing machine only to find that it is still full of water! This can happen for several reasons, but the most common one is a clog somewhere in the system. Before checking for the ob...
How to
Bleed an Oil Furnace
An in-depth guide to safely and effectly bleed your oil furnace If you’ve tried the furnace reset button, checked to make sure there is fuel oil and your furnace still won’t start, don’t fret. Before you call the r...
Why Your GE Microwave Will Not Heat (and How to Fix It)
Causes, troubleshooting, & repair guide for your GE microwave Does your GE microwave turn on but isn't heating your food? There are many reasons a microwave won't heat, ranging from incorrect settings to a failed magnet...
How to
Unclog a Dishwasher
Over time, your dishwasher may not drain as quickly due to a clog in the drain hose. These clogs can become a serious problem if left untreated. Detach the drain hose by removing the dishwasher's kickplate and loosening ...
How to
Replace a Microwave Lightbulb
Most microwaves are equipped with an internal light that turns on when the door is opened or when the microwave is operational. This small halogen light is not necessary for the microwave to work, but does enhance its fe...
