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How to Save Energy--Clean Your Fridge Coils
Fridges are energy hogs. They place right after heating and air conditioning in terms of home-energy consumption (it's estimated that a fridge uses about 15 percent of a home's power). An easy way to help your fridge run more efficiently is to clean the coils, which dissipate heat from the fridge. I
Your Guide to Electric Heaters
As winter approaches, you might be thinking about getting a new electric heater to keep warm during this chilly season. Here are some tips for finding the best heater for you and your family. Electric heaters are appliances manufactured to provide warmth in indoor areas. When chilly weather approach
How to Repair the Thermal Fuse of an Electric Dryer
Is there anything worse than walking into your laundry room, opening up the dryer and finding that the clothes are all still soaking wet when they should be dry? Well, of course there are things worse than this, but that doesn't take away the fact that this is a frustrating inconvenience that, for o
How Do Single Room Air Conditioners Work? Finding Cheap Portable Air Conditioner For Your House
Does your home lack a place to fit a room cooling system? Then it is time to stop suffering from the heat and enjoying a cool breeze on a hot summer day through portable air conditioners. Portable air conditioners are a modification of the ordinary fixed air conditioners that are mounted in a window
Air Conditioning Maintenance Tips
High temperatures can make life quite miserable. Having a cooling unit in your home can really make life much more bearable. Contact your local Ogden cooling and air company to get a unit installed in your home if you do not already have one.
How to Troubleshoot a Rheem Guardian Water Heater
The Rheem Guardian hot water heater mixes hot and cold water from the water supply and can be used indoors and outdoors. The water heater features a tamper-proof cabinet and a UV disinfection unit to help protect against the development of bacteria in the water. Maximum hot water temperatures reach
How to Change the Door Panel of a Stainless Refrigerator
Many refrigerators come equipped with stainless-steel exterior doors. This protects the outside of the fridge, but the inside can still be prone to damage. For example, it is possible for the interior door panel to crack or become loose. In these instances, the best solution is to remove and replace
Why Do I Smell Sewer Smell Around My Washing Machine?
Your washing machine, regardless of brand, has inlet hoses that feed water into the machine, and a drainage hose that feeds wastewater out to your sewer line. A sewer smell around your washing machine means there is something backing up in the sewer line or your washing machine was improperly instal
My Kenmore Refrigerator Is Not Dispersing Water
Some Sears' Kenmore branded refrigerators include a water dispensing system. This handy feature is not so convenient when it doesn't work. Fortunately, these issues can be easy to resolve if you understand what problems can cause the dispenser to stop dispersing water.
How to Change the Bulb in a GE Profile Dryer
General Electric Profile dryers are available in both gas and electric models, and are designed to dry many types of garments in your home. There are many different models of Profile dryers, with varying functions and settings such as Steam Dewrinkle. All General Electric Profile dryers have a drum
How to Change an Oven Knob
Oven knobs attach to the adjustable rheostat or gas-valve stems on the oven's control panel, enabling you to turn the appliance on and off as well as adjust cooking temperature. Your oven uses rheostat controls if it is an electric model and gas valves if the appliance runs on natural or propane gas
How to Drill a Dryer Hole Through Brick
You've just purchased your first dryer for your home, or maybe you decided the current location for the dryer just is not working. With either of these scenarios, you will likely need to drill a new hole through the exterior of your home for the dryer vent piping. Since dryer vent piping is 4 inches
How to Troubleshoot Gas Baseboard Heaters That Do Not Have Much Heat Blowing
If your gas baseboard heaters are not producing adequate heat, you can troubleshoot to diagnose the issue. Several common things can cause a furnace not to produce heat. Many issues can be resolved with a minor amount of work whereas some issues require a trained repairman to resolve. By troubleshoo
How to Machine Wash Upholstery Cushions
Over time, furniture upholstery can become dirty and develop odors. While spot cleaning the upholstery will remove some of the stains and dirt, the upholstery is still not always clean. If the upholstery is removable, the easiest and most effective way to clean it is by placing it into the washing m
Why Air Conditioner Service Is So Important
The best way to keep an air conditioner running at peak performance is to have it serviced regularly. Many people do not realize the importance of air conditioner servicing until it is too late. Servicing an air conditioner does not take a great deal of time or money, so it is something that everyon
How do I Troubleshoot a Lennox G24M3-754-11 Furnace?
Lennox brand furnaces offer energy efficiency between 80 and 98 percent and many are Energy Star qualified, which makes them eligible for state or local energy rebates. The "G" line of gas furnaces are meant for residential use and offer dual-fuel capability, alternating between gas and electric hea
Reverse Osmosis GE Systems - Uncover the Pros and Cons
Reverse osmosis GE systems are a new approach to an age-old problem of clean drinking water.But, is it the best approach?Here's a look at the advantages and disadvantages of this particular brand.The information can be used to evaluate other brands, as well.
How to Turn a Landline Phone Jack Into a Light
If you have a landline jack in an awkward place which would be suitable for an electrical outlet, this article is for you. Changing a phone jack into electricity is not as difficult as it sounds. If you follow these instructions closely, you should be on your way to enjoying light where you want it
How to Dry Clothes Fast
If you're tired of waiting for your clothes to finish, you're not alone. Different types of clothes have different drying times. By arranging clothing so that like clothes dry with like cloths, drying times will decrease. Load size also plays a major factor in how long it takes for clothing to dry.
How to Repair a Whirlpool Calypso Washer
The Whirlpool Calypso washing machine earns its name from the rhythmic motion of its clothing drum during the wash cycle. The machine is designed to move the clothes using the force of water, and the movement of a plate at the bottom of the clothing drum. As a result, there is a higher capacity sinc