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  • 5 Signs Your Refrigerator Needs Repair

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    Your refrigerator runs around the clock, every day of the year. Most people don't think about it until something goes wrong. By the time you notice a problem, food may already be spoiling. Here are five signs your refrigerator is telling you it needs attention.

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  • Why Is My Washer Shaking? Common Causes and Fixes

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    A washing machine that shakes the whole room is hard to ignore. It's loud, it's alarming, and it can walk itself right off the laundry room floor if the problem gets bad enough. The good news is that shaking and vibrating are common complaints, and a lot of the time the fix is simple.

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  • How to Know If Your Dryer Vent Needs Cleaning

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    Dryer vent cleaning doesn't cross most people's minds until something goes wrong. That's a problem, because a clogged dryer vent is one of the leading causes of house fires in the United States. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, dryers cause roughly 2,900 home fires each year, and the leading factor is failure to clean them.

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  • Repair or Replace? How to Decide

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    This is the question I get asked more than any other. Someone's appliance breaks down, and before I even diagnose it they're already wondering whether it's worth fixing. It's a fair question and there's no single right answer. But there are some guidelines that help.

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  • What to Do When Your Dishwasher Won't Drain

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    You open the dishwasher after a cycle and there's an inch of grimy water sitting at the bottom. It's a frustrating problem, and it's also one of the most common calls I get. The good news is that a dishwasher that won't drain is often something you can fix yourself without calling anyone.

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