Over 47% of American households rely on a gas heater to keep them warm through winter. Natural gas heaters all have a pilot light that ignites the gas burner. The pilot light must be lit for the gas heater to create heat. So, what are you to do when the pilot light goes out? There [...]
Whether you do a weekly load or you're always tossing clothes in the wash on a daily basis, your washing machine is an invaluable home appliance. But what happens if your machine is on the fritz, and how do you know if you're in need of professional washing machine repair services? Read on for five [...]
The cold winter months are coming up, and your household heavily relies on your heater to get you through those times. Because of this, it's vital you check that it's working before the chilly weather sets in. There's nothing worse than when the temperature drops, you find that your house won't heat up since your [...]
Most appliances are built to last, but nothing can last forever. If maintained correctly, you should be able to rely on your oven for many years but there will always come a time when there are tell-tale signs that it's time to go out with the old and in with the new. The idea of [...]
Freezers were invented around the 1940s, and they completely changed the way we store our food. Freezers have come a long way, but sometimes they still have problems. Has your freezer been a little under the weather lately? Check out this guide to learn about the most common freezer problems and how to fix them. [...]
Did you know that the price of a new dishwasher is between $400 and $700, with installation costs running between $200 and $500? And, if you get a higher-end model, prices can easily run into the thousands? While this may not be a crazy amount of money, it's still a good chunk of change. Luckily, if you [...]
A refrigerator works by turning itself on and off in cycles in order to maintain a set temperature inside its compartments and their components. This on and off cycle leads many to believe that their refrigerator is in its off phase when really, they have a broken refrigerator. If you do not hear your refrigerator [...]
Furnace not working? The first chilly days of the year are no fun if you turn on the heat and nothing happens. At a certain point, sweaters and fuzzy socks aren't enough. Do you a) turn on the oven and try to heat the house, b) DIY some repairs, or c) call a professional? Whatever you [...]
Fun fact about your furnace: it was the Romans who first invented the furnace. Most use propane or natural gas to heat your home. They're also the most commonly used heating system in the United States. And while they last a long time, problems can and do arise. While repair issues range from lack [...]
Imagine it's a cold night and you hurry to get inside. Thankfully, it's warm. The furnace is running and you quickly get comfortable. Then you wonder: Have I had my furnace for too long? How will I know when to replace it? Don't wait until the worst case scenario. Here are 7 signs it's time [...]
