Memphis Appliance Repair

Appliance Care and Maintenance Tips

Did you know some basic care, maintenance, and checkups from appliance repair experts can help ensure your appliances last their expected lifespan? Below are some appliance care and maintenance frequently asked questions and answers!

Does my dryer vent need to be cleaned and if so, how often?

Yes, cleaning your dryer vent is essential to ensuring your dryer operates efficiently and protects your house from potential fires. You should have yours inspected and cleaned every 3 to 6 months or so. If you need yours inspected and cleaned, we can do that for you! Check out our dryer vent cleaning page to learn more about our dryer vent cleaning services.

Is it really that bad to overload my washer and dryer?

Yes, we do not recommend overloading your washer and dryer! We get it, though; if you’re overwhelmed with a huge load of laundry after a trip or if you need to wash your bedding and linens, it’s very tempting to fit as much as you can into one load.

It’s recommended that you split up larger loads into multiple, smaller loads. Ultimately, large loads will cause your washer and dryer to work way harder than they need to. This results in more wear and tear which means you might be greeted with a serious breakdown. For your dryer, specifically, larger loads will take longer to dry which could drive up your energy bills.

However, if you do need some washer repairs or dryer repairs, give us a call to schedule your appliance repair service and we will be happy to take a look for you!

How can I take care of my refrigerator?

There are a couple of ways to take care of your refrigerator.

First, don’t overload it! Stuffing your fridge and freezer with too much food can block the cool air vent and restrict air circulation. If this happens, your food may not be kept cool enough to consume safely.

Next, clean your condenser coils about every 6 months. You’ll only need a coil cleaning brush – which you can find at your local hardware store – or a vacuum. Depending on your model, your condenser coils will be located behind your fridge or underneath your fridge towards the front. Remove the access panels and use the brush or vacuum to clean off the dust and debris collecting in the coils. That’s all there is to it!