Washer Repair Tips If the washer is dead…

• Make sure the lid is closed.

• Make sure the timer and all of the controls are set properly.

 • Make sure water faucets are turned on.

Refrigerator Repair Tips If your refrigerator is dead or is not cold enough…

• Turn the thermostat up to the next highest setting. If it comes on, let it run for 24 hours and check temperature to confirm it is working properly.

• If the condenser coils are underneath the refrigerator, clean the coils with a vacuum cleaner at least twice a year.

• Check for frost build up in the freezer.

Dishwasher Repair Tips If dishes are not getting clean…

• Is your rinse aid out or on a low setting?

• Make sure the bottom inside the dishwasher is clean.

• Make sure you are following the proper loading procedures

• Run the hot water at your sink till you get hot water prior to running your dishwasher If the unit is leaking…

• Make sure you are following the proper loading procedures, including proper type and amounts of detergents.

Run the unit through cycle while empty – if it doesn’t leak, it’s probably a loading problem.

Range Repair Tips If Electric – Burners are not lighting…

• Make sure they are sitting in their proper positions.

If Gas -Top burners are not lighting…

• Make sure pilot light is on

• Make sure no food crumbs are on igniters

If Electric – Oven is not heating…

• Make sure the clock is set on manual cycle.

• Check that one leg of your breaker has not tripped

If Gas – Oven is not heating…

• Make sure the clock is set on manual.

Microwave Repair Tips…

 • Always use microwave safe dishes.

• Do not use aluminum foil or anything with metal on it. (unless your microwave specifically allows it)

• Wipe the seal off with a wet rag and dry it thoroughly as often as needed.

• Do not twist, bend, or slam the door.

Disposal Repair Tips If the unit jams/hums…

• Turn the unit off (unplug or flip breaker) and remove anything that has fallen into the grinding chamber.

• Turn the unit off (unplug or flip breaker) and insert an unjamming tool into the bottom and turn clockwise. Once the tool turns freely, remove whatever caused the jam. If the unit is dead…

• Press the red reset button located on the bottom of the disposal – if the unit begins to hum and the reset trips again, it is still jammed.

Dryer Repair Tips If clothes are not getting dry…

• Make sure the dryer is not pushed back against the rear exhaust duct and restricting airflow.

• Make sure the clothes are coming out of the washer-spun damp dry.

• Check that one leg of your breaker has not tripped.

It’s time we consider personally all we can do to use wise recycling and conservation to curb the mounting height of trash in all landfills. Maintaining, rather than replacing, older appliances is one way to help. Of course, at some point all appliances just quit working, but often a repair is less costly and more environmentally-friendly choice. 

Six Reasons To Consider Repairing vs. Replacing Your Appliance

• You will keep your landfills clean
• It is more economical, in most cases, than purchasing a new appliance
• The new appliance may not match your existing appliances
• Your current appliances are typically more reliable than newer ones
• Saves you the hassle and inconvenience of shopping for a new appliance
• Because you love your current appliances and just don’t want to part with them!

This Report Could Save You Hundreds of Dollars!

1. Check the obvious first. Read your manual. Maybe it came unplugged, or tripped a safety switch or circuit breaker, or has some other simple problem that’s easily repaired. Every appliance comes with an owner’s manual, most of which have troubleshooting sections.

2. Response time. Refrigerator – not cooling the same day. All other issues – within 24 to 48 hours.

3. Is the machine still under warranty? Knowing this can help you decide whether repair or replacement makes more economic sense as you work through the questions in the next step. If the appliance is still under warranty, then the problem is covered.

4. Maybe you can repair it yourself. If you know the difference between channel lock pliers and a pipe cutter, you may tackle the job yourself – paying only for parts and donating your time and aggravation.

5. Can’t repair it yourself? It might make economic sense to get a trained appliance technician to look at it and get an estimate on repairs; if it’s less than the new, sporty model you were looking at and worked fine before this problem, have it repaired. You’ll save time and money in the long run.

6. Stability. Is the business localy owned and operated.

7. Number of trained technicians. Five (5) or more will allow the company to respond the same day or next day. This means, due to time off, the company is well staffed to respond to your appliance repair problems quickly.

8. “First Call Completes”. Large supply of instock parts is a good indication the repair company will have the correct parts in stock to repair your appliance on the first trip.

9. Is the company Factory Authorized to repair your brand? Correct answer, yes. Even if the unit is out of warranty, the Factory Authorized repair company may be able to obtain help from the manufacturer to cover a portion of the repair costs. They will also have the knowledge to quickly and efficiantly diagnose your appliance

10. Last but not least: Promptness and ability of technicians to communicate directly with their customers. No need to wait all day. The repair company’s technicians need to have the ability to contact you when he is on the way to your home so you can be ready OR contact you on your work or cell so you can meet him there saving you valuable time not waiting for technician to show up.