Home Appliances

Guide for how to troubleshoot and fix a Bosch dishwasher that won't drain in three quick steps.

Replacing a water heater can be one of the more costly items a homeowner is faced with. Here see nearly step by step how I replaced mine and decide for yourself if it's something you can do too.

Starting a coal stove is nothing like starting a wood or pellet stove fire. Not even close. In this article, I explain one method that has worked for me and two methods that haven't worked.

Cleaning your condenser (air conditioner) yourself is easy, free and increases the efficiency of the system. These few simple steps will tell you how to clean the condenser simply and quickly.

I bought a Makita 18v Lithium-ion cordless drill and impact driver combination set, Wow... was I impressed, light weight and powerful. This is my personal review because I'm a tool lover.

Having a wood stove in the home has so many benefits. From lowering the electric bill to releasing stress, the wood stove should be an important consideration when considering the type of heating you would like to use for your home.

What can you do to boost the performance of your air conditioner? What should you do to supplement and improve the performance of an AC?

A bidet is a device often found in hotels that allows yourself to be clean after going to the bathroom - found out how to use one!

Replacing the gasket on your refrigerator is easy. This simple repair can offer many benefits for little cost and in little time. These step by step instructions will tell you what you need, how to do it and how to check if it needs done.

Flushing and draining your hot water heater is a basic maintenance that is easy to do. Learn how to drain your tank fast and help improve the recovery time and efficiency of your water heater. Save money, get tips, and increase the life of your water tank with these easy to follow instructions.

Detailed instructions on replacing an ordinary light switch with a motion sensor switch to turn the lights on automatically when a room is occupied.

The best handheld planers make working with wood a pleasure. But how do you choose and which models are best for which jobs?

The most popular low to medium budget range hoods from trustworthy brands with excellent customer support are reviewed and compared. Check it out now.

If your house gets damp in cold weather or you have condensation problems then you need a domestic dehumidifier! All about humidity problems and what to look for when chosing a dehumidifier.

It is much less difficult to change a fridge door water filter than many people think. Here's how it works for the Samsung RS265TDRS.

Want a dishwasher that cleans well? Consider an inexpensive Amana Standard Tub. Review, video, pictures and description of how it really works.

With the cost of electricity on the increase, an energy monitoring adapter is a useful device which can measure and track the energy consumption of a home appliance. Costing about $15, the adapter can be plugged into a standard wall socket and can display several parameters about the appliance connected to it.

We've all had the pilot light on our water heater go out, but do you know how to get it lit again? Here are a few different techniques to re-light it, whether it's open or sealed combustion.

A how-to with photos and discussion, showing how to use a wringer washing machine - a good solution when limited water, power, or other resources are available.

You've moved into your new home, but the dryer plug doesn't fit. Step-by-step instructions (with photos) for how to change out a 3 prong dryer plug for a new 4 prong cord.

Recommendations and tips for choosing a cordless screwdriver. There are many possibilities, but which is right for you?

You have just 2 options when looking for a slide in electric range with downdraft. Read a thorough review of both the models including their drawbacks.

You´ve probably heard some of these not-to-do in the microwave tips, some you have innocently performed and others you´ll be surprised to hear about. MUST READ!

What does a flame sensor do? How can I clean a flame sensor? A dirty flame sensor can cause furnace problems, including a furnace that won't stay on. This simple repair tip could save you $100-$150.

Is your refrigerator too cold? Find out more in this article.

Here are some common clothes dryer issues and how to repair them.

Save money by turning back the clock and burning wood. Here are 10 good reasons why modern wood-burning stoves are the perfect solution.

Owner's review of and experience with this carpet shampoo machine

For DIY projects requiring stone tiles or stone veneer, you will definitely need a Wet Saw. There are a few styles of Wet Saws to choose from. Wet Saws are easy to use and here are some basic guidelines.

If you wake up in a blizzard and find yourself without heat as I did this morning, there are a few things that you might want to try before you give up and call for repair. Even if you can't fix the problem yourself, you may be able to determine at least some information about what is causing the malfunction and that information can sometimes be very useful to the people who will ultimately come to fix it.

Ten top tips when using a portable generator for home use. Plus what to look for if you want your generator to be an off-grid power source at home ~ full time or for emergencies. Which one is best?

Ceiling fans can cut your energy bill by 10 to 40 percent, depending on your individual heating and cooling habits. That statistic alone should be enough to convince you to purchase a ceiling fan – or two. But how do you go about finding the best one for your home? This article will show you how. Just think, can be saving money in no time!

Understand the proper working order of a furnace, so that you can pinpoint problems and repair them, or know what to tell the people who will. Understand what all those parts in your furnace are for.

Instructions on how to replace a hot water heater, a task most homeowners can do quite easily and save considerably in plumbing costs.

Here are some quick troubleshooting tips to get hot water again. Learn how to handle common problems with electric, gas, and tankless water heaters. You may be able do this yourself.

Reviews and tips for use of non-electric space heaters. Be prepared for a power outage or disaster. Great source of heat when off grid.

Eventually your hot water heater will need help - learn how to troubleshoot and replace thermostats and heating elements.

The PROS and CONS to the Keurig Machine. Different Models of the Keurig and what they offer.

Alarm keypads and remote controls can eventually become unresponsive after years of use. You can use aluminum foil, conductive silver ink or replacement rubber pads to give them a new lease of life

Know the facts about EdenPURE portable heaters and avoid the scam. See why you cannot save money with an electric heater.

Learn what your air conditioner is made of and what parts you may very well be able to replace yourself if there is a breakdown. Easy to follow explanations with photos.

When the two washing machines in my life both quit, and it turned out to be the same problem with each, it seemed a clear message from the cosmos: write a Hub about this inexpensive DIY fix. Find out if it is the solution to your washer blues!

The aim of this article is to guide you in finding the best heat pump water heater. Here, you will find information and tips on hybrid water heaters in general as well as reviews and recommendations.

People often offer home remedies and other assumptions regarding garbage disposals, but how many of these are actually true?

Here's what you need to consider when deciding whether your new wood-burning stove should be a catalytic or non-catalytic model.

Is your window air conditioner installed properly? These tips will help you know what is needed to correctly install your unit as well as how to store it and locate the best place to install it to maximize your cooling ability.

Cleaning your furnace fan thoroughly may not be as hard as you think. The dirt in it however may be much more than you think. See step by step, how to access, clean and re-install your blower motor and squirrel cage.

Is the red light on your Lysol No-Touch Soap Dispenser blinking? Is the dispenser not pumping any soap? Follow these easy tips to fix it. If the dispenser is defective you may be able to get coupons for free products.

From on top of the kitchen counter to a separate cart to even an appliance wall. The last item is a new appliance type - a microwave-in-a-drawer. All of the options have their pros and cons - you need to be the judge. Join on us on this journey and see all the possibilities presented in both modern and traditional kitchens. Be sure to answer the last two polling questions and see who has what and what option is deemed number one.

Does your furnace make more noise than you care to hear? This hub will help diagnose noises common to residential furnaces. The problems are often simple and cheap to fix.

A homeowner's guide for troubleshooting and repairing common electric water heater problems. Many repairs do not require a professional plumber.

A comparison article of the larger upright vacuum cleaners from Dyson -- the DC33, DC40 and DC41, ultimately determining which offers 'you' the best overall value given its price tag.

There are so many different kinds of handheld sander, which is best for the job you have in mind?

Is your electric water heater broken? Don't call the plumber! Here are step-by-step instructions for how to troubleshoot and repair it yourself.

Learn how to sharpen a lawn mower blade or blades, intended for the homeowner. Lawn mower blade sharpening is not difficult and can be done by most homeowners without much effort.

Despite the poor economy due to the Great Depression, magazines advertised a host of modern products. Kitchen appliances of 1932 offered clean, safe operation and freed up time for housewives.

Dishwashers have become more efficient in the way they use water and electricity, but how can you tell the good from the bad? This article explores the nature of dishwashers to help you choose.

Your central air conditioner needs regular maintenance to function at peak performance. Follow these tips to keep your air conditioning unit running efficiently.

One of our complaints about the GE was that it didn't seem to wash very well. We happen to be big water drinkers and we filter our tap water rather than contributing to more pollution with bottled water. We had noticed with the GE that we'd see little soap bubbles if we didn't rinse our glasses before using them. We could also taste it - we wouldn't have noticed it with milk or juice, but it s

The DW743 flip over saw is a classic icon on building sites everywhere, this hub is my expert review from a professional owner and daily user. I wrote this hub because I rely on my DW743 every day to earn my living and I love the fact that it...

Dishes not getting clean? Don't buy a new dishwasher just yet. This guide will show you how to clean and extend the life of your dishwasher and get that cloudy film off your glasses and silverware.

I measured the humidifier fan as drawing 60 watts. That won't change - if we run it for eight hours, it will pull nearly half a Killowatt hour. Of course, that doesn't reflect its true operating cost: those filters are expensive and we were using a fair amount of vinegar to clean it.

Is your refrigerator aging, or has it expired? Choosing a new one needs some careful consideration.

Learn the pros and cons of using an outdoor woodburner to heat your home and your water.

How a burglar alarm system works. Control panels and wiring. Troubleshooting issues with false alarms, faulty contacts, PIR sensors, backup batteries, bells and sounders and keypads

I had so much trouble with my new LG dishwasher that I returned it after one week and got a different brand. What went wrong with my LG dishwasher and which model is better than LG?

Washer overflowing? I explain five ways to fix it: installing a sink, using a lint catcher, regular use of enzymes to keep it clear, using a snake, and changing to a front-loading washer.

A water dispenser is great for providing safe drinking water. The Primo Water Dispenser is one of the least expensive units and also dispenses instant hot and cold water.

The temperature/pressure relief valve (T&P) is an important mechanism for safe operation of a water heater. This article shows how to check your T&P valve and replace it if not operating properly.

Air conditioner capacitors are a common cause of A/C breakdowns and very simple to replace. This shows how to diagnose the problem and replace the part.

An overview for each type of material used to make sinks. And an in-depth look at everyone's favorite sink material, stainless steel sinks!

Searching for a ceramic space heater made in USA? Suggstions and support in finding a space heater model that is American made.

If your water heater is leaking, what do you do? How do you know where it's leaking from? Learn how to locate the leak, decide if it's something you can fix and ways to extend the life of your water tank here in this hub.

If you want to install solar panels and are concerned about the cost, consider a DIY solar panel kit. They include solar panels, inverter and charge controller - everything you need to go solar and can be installed by the average homeowner. Solar panel kits are excellent for RVs, boats, pools, shops/garages and more.

Your new home is perfect, except that the old dryer cord won't fit the new plug, and no adapter will work. Here are instructions for replacing a 4-prong dryer cord with a 3-prong cord.

Learn how to get rid of the musty, mildew-y smell coming from your window AC unit and stop the stink!

This guide explains all about watts, amps, volts, kilowatt hours (kWh), Ohm's Law and how to work out the cost of running appliances. Also covering an explanation of AC and DC, resistivity, three phase and the electric and magnetic effects of current flow in a conductor.

Video and step-by-step guide to fixing your home's heating system. See if you can solve your own furnace trouble.

The information in this hub will educate you and make you more comfortable with what you're being told by your HVAC service provider.

Cleaning your air conditioning coils doesn't just make the unit look better. This easy to perform maintenance will save you money, extend the life of your condensor and help to prevent the breakdown of air conditioner parts often caused by overheating. Do it yourself in just a few easy to follow steps.

This review was easy to write, since the ads promise a product that does not live up to its hype.

Is your furnace fan running but there is no heat? Learn what a limit switch is, where it is and how to replace it. Simple to follow instructions.

Window air conditioners need a regular spring cleaning to keep them in working order. Read on to find out how to clean your window air conditioning unit.

How to select the right wireless security system. Plus I'm included tips from the installation and coding process to make it easier for you. Cheers!

I think I'm fairly qualified to tell you what's wrong with the Champion 46539 portable generator, having owned and used one for over a year now both for my business and for home use.

These are step by step instructions to figure out how much money you spend on heating, how much is wasted, and how much a new furnace can save on your gas bill. You'll feel more confident about choosing your new furnace and knowing what to expect from it.

That flashing light on your furnace is trying to help. This Hub will help you understand what it's saying.

Replacing your air conditioner fuses is cheap, easy, and fast. Learn what your fuses do, how to get new ones, and how to switch them out.

Always unplug the refrigerator before you work on it. Review safety procedures. The most common problem in a refrigerator that is leaking is a plugged drain. All frost free refrigerators have a defrost cycle that melts the frost and ice that...

Handy dishwasher troubleshooting chart on common problems. Easy "Dishwasher Timer switch repair" lesson, and maintaining your dishwasher tips.

Instead of spending a lot of money on a new air conditioner, learn how to make one yourself! It's simple and easy to make.

The serial number of your furnace and air conditioner is the key to answering if your HVAC equipment is still under warranty. Your HVAC warranty should have started from the date of installation.

Are you tired of it your rusty or old-style refrigerator? Are you looking for a new, fresh look? Do you want a quick DIY solution? I will show you 5 easy steps to make over your old fridge.

One of the simplest problems to diagnose and fix is the hot surface ignitor (or igniter). Learn how to do that here.