Refrigerator Not Cooling? Common Causes and Fixes
A refrigerator not cooling can be something you fix yourself: a control that got bumped, a vent blocked by groceries, dirty condenser coils or a door that isn’t sealing. Check those first. If the refrigerator is still warm a day later, the likely cause is a failed fan, a defrost fault, or a compressor or […]
How to Clean a Washing Machine Drain Hose and Clear Clogs
To clean a washing machine drain hose, unplug the washer, drain the tub into a bucket, take the hose off, and flush it with hot water while you work the debris out with pliers, a long brush or a small drain snake. Then clean the drain pump filter, refit the hose with an air gap […]
Midea Dryer Not Drying? 7 Reasons and How to Fix Them
A Midea dryer not drying is usually short on airflow. A full lint screen, a crushed vent hose or a clogged exhaust duct traps moist air in the drum, so clothes stay damp however long the cycle runs. Key Takeaways Midea says to clean the lint filter before or after every load and clean the […]
Best Built-In Range Hood: How to Choose an Insert for Your Kitchen
The best built-in range hood for most kitchens is a ducted insert that is at least as wide as your cooktop and carries an HVI Certified airflow rating. Size it with the Home Ventilating Institute’s figure of 100 CFM per linear foot of range width for a hood against a wall. That works out to […]
Frigidaire Gas Stove Not Clicking? Causes and Fixes
A Frigidaire gas stove not clicking usually has a simple cause: the range has no power, the knob isn’t reaching LITE, or the igniter is wet or dirty. Less often, a spark switch, the spark module or a wire has failed. Most causes of a Frigidaire gas stove not clicking take a few minutes to […]
Smelly Garbage Disposal? Why It Stinks and the 10-Minute Fix
A smelly garbage disposal is usually rotting food. Bits of food get stuck under the rubber splash guard and on the grind ring, grease coats the inside, and bacteria feed on both. Whirlpool’s disposer support page names those same causes, plus water that sits in the unit when the drain runs slow. The quick fix […]
How to Deep Clean a Dishwasher in 6 Steps
Here’s how to deep clean a dishwasher: take out the filter and wash it, clear the spray arm holes, wipe the door seal and the bottom edge of the door, then run an empty hot cycle with white vinegar or a dishwasher cleaner. Plan on about 20 minutes of hands-on work plus one wash cycle. […]
How to Clean a Microwave: Steam, Lemon, Vinegar and Filters
To learn how to clean a microwave, start with steam. Heat a bowl of water, with a little lemon juice or vinegar if you like, until it fogs up the inside. Let it sit for a couple of minutes, then wipe the softened food off with a damp cloth or sponge. Frigidaire says warm water […]
Can You Microwave Pyrex? Glass, Lids and Oven Rules
Can you microwave Pyrex? Yes. Pyrex says its glass is “suitable for microwave and conventional/convection oven use,” and its glass storage containers, bowls and baking dishes can all be used to reheat food. The trouble comes from sudden temperature changes, damaged glass and sealed plastic lids. Pyrex’s own care rules cover all three. Key Takeaways […]
Can You Put a Microwave on Top of a Fridge?
Can you put a microwave on top of a fridge? You can, but you shouldn’t. Samsung’s fridge manual says not to store anything up there. A microwave that high also puts hot food above your face, and the cord usually has to run through an extension cord. A counter, a sturdy shelf or a microwave […]