DIY Appliance Repair Tips

Wait! Before you hire an appliance repair CITY for help, you should be able to keep your household appliances in good shape with the tips in this post.

1. Smelly Washing Machine

A foul smell in your washing machine can defeat the point of owning the appliance! If you are trying to get your laundry items so they are fresh and clean, but your washer won’t cooperate, run an cycle without clothes/laundry in warm water with two cups of white vinegar and half of a cup of baking soda to eliminate the smell. This issue commonly happens in front-loading washing machines. To prevent smells in the future, leave the door open following cycles to let it dry out.

2. Inefficient Refrigerant

A warm fridge in the kitchen is never a good sign. A warm refrigerator won’t keep drinks cool, and the food inside of it might also be on the verge of becoming spoiled! In some cases, your refrigerator will not require professional repair; it might just need to be cleaned out. Or the coils on the back panel of the refrigerator are in need of cleaning.

Unplug the appliance and drag it far from the kitchen wall prior to cleaning the coils. If you don’t notice immediate cooling improvement, it’s time to reach out to a professional appliance repair company in CITY.

3. Clicking Igniter on Stove

If the igniter on your gas stove clicks and clicks and the burner does not light, check to make certain the burner top is on tight and properly aligned. You could also experience this if you have had a recent boil over or liquid spill on the stovetop.

If that’s not the case, the source is likely to be a dirty igniter. To clean , remove the burner cap and wipe away any debris. You can also use a clothes pin to pick debris from the grooves. If that doesn’t repair the issue, it is best not to take a lighter apart unless you have the right training; in this case call on a professional appliance repair service to investigate the issue.

4. Broken Garbage Disposal

A garbage disposal has self-protection with its own overload trip switch. If it gets clogged, overheats, runs for too long, or has a different problem, the disposal may just need to be reset rather than fixed. Be sure the power switch is OFF. Next, locate the switch on the disposal under the sink and press the button. If the switch doesn’t stay in, just wait ten minutes and attempt it again. Now, turn on the water from the faucet and turn the switch on.

If the garbage disposal is filled with food and you only hear a humming sound and not waste grinding, you may need to turn the blades using a hex key to eliminate the clog. Next, push in the reset switch to get the garbage disposal running again. If the previous tips do not get it working like it should, please don’t succumb to the urge to stick your hands down in the blades to troubleshoot. Be safe and arrange service with a professional appliance repairman in CITY.

5. No Power from Outlet

In the bathroom or kitchen, your electrical outlets should be installed with GFCI capabilities to protect against harm in wet areas. If a GFCI electrical outlet isn’t providing power, push in the red “reset” button to see if it restores power.

If it does not, or if you are trying a basic outlet, be certain that a breaker has not tripped in your breaker panel. If you’re uncertain if a circuit breaker has been tripped, flip it so it is in the OFF position and then flip it back to the ON position. Please remember, safety near electricity is a must. If you have doubts, call a professional technician.

6. Wobbling Washing Machine

A shaking washing machine can create a obnoxious racket and isn’t a great way to get clean clothing. If your washer starts knocking, the machine might be in trouble. To fix this problem, rotate the legs of the washer to lift or lower each corner until it’s straightened out. Another likely scenario is the washing machine is not balanced. Crack open the top and rearrange the clothes so they’re dispersed inside of the drum of the washing machine.

Trying this could help the washer not have to work quite as hard. If you try to move around the clothing once or twice without luck, do not ignore the problem. You might have a loose drum or motor mount to fix, which should be easy enough for a professional repairman to fix. But continuing to use the washer when it has this issue could ruin other pieces and lead to a more significant repair over time.

Call for Help

If these suggestions solve your problems, you will want to schedule service from Lawson’s Appliance Repair!

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