This blog is not ALL about Appliance Repair. This is Our Soapbox. The idea is, in the future, it will contain Tips and Tricks, Opinion Pieces, Appliance Repair Info, and other relevant and/or irrelevant information. We're just jumping into the modern times, so give him some time to acclimate. Just sit back, read, and enjoy! Recent Blog Posts
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The Modern Miracle of the Washing Machine - A talk by Hans Rosling
Check out this video! Pretty cool stuff! A talk by Hans Rosling about the Modern Miracle of the Washing Machine. Only 2 billion out of 7 billion people on the planet have washing machines! Crazy! http://www.ted.com/talks/view/lang///id/1101 |
Ice Maker Repair FAQ
Is your Icemaker or Ice Machine acting up?? We repair all Major brands of Ice Makers and Ice Machines Check out our Ice Maker FAQ by clicking on the Ice Maker FAQ button below. Or give us a call, usually we can have a technician call you back within the half hour.   |
Tips for finding your Appliances Model Number
The first step in getting your appliance repaired is locating your model and serial number. This can be difficult, as its located it different spots depending on the make, type and year of the appliance. Heres some tips though to help you locate your model number a little easier. Dryers - All brands - Usually around the mouth of the dryer. Open the door and look around. Washers - Depends on the brand and /or year. Top Loaders - Lift up the lid, usually up under the hinge point on most Whirlpools and Kenmores and Maytags or over the top of the console on the back of the machine. Front Loaders - Around the mouth of the washing machine, usually near the hinge. Or on the back of the machine. Refrigerators - Depends by brand - Maytag, Whirlpool, GE (later models) Inside refrigeration section, up inside ceiling. - Old GE - Down at Refrigerator door hinge. - Kitchen Aid - Inside Freezer wall halfway up. Ranges/Stoves - Around mouth of storage drawer. - Around the mouth of the oven. Cooktops - Lift top - Remove grates and burners - lift top. Newer Cooktops - From underneath, you'll need a flashlight. Wall Oven - Around the mouth of the Oven. - Side edge of the door. - Hinge point - Open the door. - Look in the owners manual. Trash Compactors - Pull out drawer, usually around opening If your still having difficulty locating the model number, give us a call, and we'll try to talk you through it. Thanks for reading! We're Appliance Angels Appliance Repair Service of Palm Desert Give us a call at 760 360 4445 for all your appliance repair needs! |
Refrigerator Repair FAQ
 There are many trusted(?) names in the appliance world. One of the big ones is Whirlpool Corp. They own Maytag, Roper, Amana, Kitchen-aid and others.You will find that a Whirlpool Refrigerator Repair is going to be very similar to most Refrigerator Repairs with the exception of where you will need to get the replacement parts. Most brands of refrigerators will have different internal workings that, although they do the same thing, will work slightly differently so that the correct parts are required. Let’s look at some of the common Whirlpool refrigerator repairs that you may encounter. My refrigerator seems to run and run alot. It depends, on the day, the location and the food that is in the refrigerator, but if you find your refrigerator running all day you may want to look into a few things. These factors will make your refrigerator run longer. Dirty condenser coils. If these are dirty they will not cool the refrigerator efficiently. Check your seals around the door. If they aren’t sealing properly, clean them. If it still isn’t working you may need to replace them. Another problem you may encounter when dealing with Whirlpool refrigerator repair is it just doesn’t seem to be working. Now these steps are going to be for refrigerators that are plugged in and the light works, it just isn’t cooling anything or running. Your first step in this Whirlpool refrigerator repair is to check the temperature setting. Sometimes these can get changed on accident and turned down to the point that they don’t have to run to maintain that temperature. Otherwise, make sure that you have at least three inches of space all the way around the refrigerator and at least one inch above it. This will allow for adequate air flow. If you have enough space and things still aren’t working, unplug the refrigerator. Leave it unplugged for two hours and then plug it back in. If it doesn't run when you plug it back in you probably have a compressor problem. Chances are something is causing it to overheat and you will want to have a professional take a look at what could be causing that. Give us a call today, We're Appliance Angels Appliance Service of Palm Desert CA Call us at 760-360-4445 |
Washer Repair notes and FAQ
 Washing machines come in a number of different shapes and sizes. Top loaders and front loaders. Some of them seem to last forever, while other seems to break down almost as soon as you get them home. There are some very basic washing machine repairs that you could probably do at home. I guess it really depends if you are of a mechanical nature. You might be ready to handle it but you could make it worse. Some these problems are easy to fix,like changing hoses and hose washers. If you don’t feel comfortable, don’t hesitate to hire an appliance professional to take care of the problem for you. One of the big problems that people with have with their washers is water draining. Water just sits in the machine and won’t drain out, or will do so very slowly. There are a couple of different problems that could be causing this. One of them is a kinked or broken drain hose,a slipping belt, or a stuffed drain pump. Simply check your drain hose’s condition and make sure there are no sharp turns or holes in it. Next ensure that there is nothing clogging the hose.How do you do this? Well, first, have someone there with a camera set for YouTube. Seriously, anything I might imply or refer to here requires an unplugging of the power cord. UNPLUG IT ! I hear tube socks will often be the culprit. You could check that the lid clicks shut. If none of these things solve your draining problem, it could be the drive coupling. If your washer has a drive coupling and won't spin, it is possible that you have a broken or loose drive belt. Of course your washer could have a Drive Belt driven water pump or maybe an Electric Water Pump. These are easy to replace for a technician and fairly inexpensive overall. If your belt is fine, it again may be the drive coupling. Call and get an over the phone estimate, or, Call and schedule a service call.. There are some common washing machine repairs that you can tackle at home and can cost you plenty of money versus the cost of replacing a washing machine. We're Appliance Angels Appliance Repair Service of Palm Desert And we're here for all of your Appliance Repair Needs! Call us at 760 360 4445 |
DRYER NOTES AND FAQ
It's always disappointing opening your dryer door and finding your clothes are still wet.
They haven't dried at all, and the dryers been running for almost an hour.
Well, it's not the end of the world but it can feel like it
whether your a single person or a family of five.
Gas Dryer vs Electric Dryer! Gas dryers are usually cheaper to run and cheaper to repair. Electric dryers are more to repair when they do break down, but fail less often. First steps in troubleshooting! Things to consider; possible symptoms leading up to this moment. Have you been experiencing these symptoms?
So keep it simple. Not every gas dryer repair situation is the same nor is every gas dryer the same .Keep in mind that while most repairs can be done in your home sometimes the dryer will have to "come into the shop". So calling a Local service company might be a better decision. Some Things to Consider about Dryer failure.
White Plastic Duct material is flammable!
While dryer repairing can be a fairly pain-free process, it can also be a very costly and time consuming one. Avoiding it will make you a happier person and make your dryer last longer than most peoples’. :) SO MAKE SURE YOU CLEAN OUT THAT LINT FILTER! If your having problems with your clothes dryer, give us a call today! We're Appliance Angels Appliance Repair Service of Palm Desert California. And we've been repairing washers and dryers for over 30 years! Call us at 760 360 4445 for all of your Appliance Repair Needs! Thanks and have a great day! |  If your not up to attempting your entire repair to the possibly brutal end or the magnificent conquest of machine. Don't! Call us or your Local Service company and let them handle it. This will help keep costs down, no mechanics like to follow another mechanics work. If you do decide to attempt to repair your dryer yourself, use the internet and FAQ's to the best of your ability.
Keep a list of suggested repairs and parts and call a few other companies to compare what they would suggest. This will help you become aware of what is and what is not and what can wait. Whatever business you trade with for the repairs, check and make sure that the part and labor warranty policy is what you would expect. We Warranty all of our parts for a year. And if you have the time, check out the companies reviews from other customers online, or ask for customer references, so that the style of business is known. Also keep all paper work and receipts for any work done for the gas dryer repair for future reference as this will help the owner keep track of what work was done and when. |
A New Idea in Stovetops
Stumbled across this on the net. Thought it was pretty neat. Cooktop uses 85% of its surface area for cooking. |
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