Tips For Spring Cleaning

As the seasons change, and warmer weather approaches, we want to ensure that you stay on top of appliance maintenance for Spring cleaning! Whether its your kitchen or laundry room appliances, here are some tips from The Appliance Doctor to you to help the cleaning process go as smoothly as possible!

Kitchen Maintenance

Clean the Refrigerator Coils

Slide the refrigerator away from the wall.Unplug the refrigerator.Locate the condenser coils (either on the back or the bottom).Remove the grill if necessary.If your fridge has a condenser pan, empty any water from it (if you don’t have a pan, you can skip this step!).Using a condenser coil brush and a vacuum, carefully clean away any buildup from the coils.Put the fridge back and plug it in – and you’re good to go!

Inspect the Refrigerator

  • Clean out the fridge and swap the water filter if you have one (this should be done every six months!)
  • Check the seals and gaskets for a proper seal
  • Use warm soapy water and a clean cloth to wipe them down if you’re concerned about cool air escaping.

Inspect the Oven

Check inside the oven for spills and splatters. Unplug the oven and remove anything you find to avoid it continually re-burning every time you cook.As you clean, remember that you should NOT remove the oven’s knobs, as this becomes an electrical hazard.Inspect your gas line for cracks or damage and replace it if it looks worn at all.Test the temperature to ensure that the heating element is working correctly.Inspect the burners for any spots that glow brighter than the rest or for debris built up. If you can’t clean it, be sure to replace the burner.

Clean out the Dishwasher filter

Most dishwasher filters can be found at the bottom – your maintenance manual or a quick online search will clarify otherwise.

Laundry Room Maintenance

Inspect your Washing Machine

Remove soap scum from the detergent door.Add vinegar and baking soda into a wash cycle on the hottest and largest setting.Check the water hose for cracks.

Inspect your Dryer

  • Unplug the dryer. If it’s gas, turn off the gas supply before pulling the dryer away from the wall and disconnecting the clamp from the hose.
  • Using a vacuum hose, clean out as much as you can in the hole and then reattach the clamp to the hose.
  • Clean the lint trap. While you’re removing the lint, take the trap out and give it a scrub with soapy water to ensure it’s clear to capture debris properly.

Having Appliance Problems? Need Installation or Repairs? Call The Appliance Doctor

Is your refrigerator failing to keep food cool? Or do you have a burner on your stove that fails to heat? Reach out to us at 970-773-1000 or visit our site here to schedule an appointment, our certified technicians are here to get your household appliances up and running.

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To get scheduled for your HVAC maintenance, service, installation, or repair, visit our website, or call us today at: 970-773-1000!

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-The Appliance Doctor