Buying and Maintaining Your Kitchen Appliances

There are only a few things that a man can’t live without. One of those is food. Whether you’re cooking for sustenance or for pleasure, your kitchen is an important part of your home. It just wouldn’t be complete without one. Designing your kitchen comes with the thought of purchasing...

14 Cool Hacks to Beat the Heat and Save Electricity

We're just a few weeks away from the summer season, and this means it's swelter weather once again. While weather predictions continue to be optimistic that Toronto summer temperatures this year won't be as high as last year's, it's safe to assume that the hotter days in early June and...

Most Common Washing Machine Problems and Solutions

Technology has made our daily chores easier. Since most people live a busy routine, a washing machine plays an essential role in our daily life by making the task of washing clothes simpler and more convenient. With the advancement in technology, the design and function of the modern washers have...

How to Prepare Your Home for the Fall

Fall is just right around the corner. With the sudden changes in the weather, you wouldn't want to be caught off guard and unprepared, especially if you live in a cold climate. While the fall season hasn't arrived yet and summer is still at its peak, it is the best...

7 Mistakes That Shorten the Lifespan of Washing Machines

Washing machines free many people from the burden of handwashing. Every person living a hectic life can thank the inventor of the washing machine, Jacob Christian Schäffer (1767) for his brilliant mind. The ancient washing machines worked by pouring hot water into the tank, spinning the lever to wash and...

How to Disinfect and Sanitize Your Home Appliances

Even when you’re only staying at home, you can still harbour contaminants that could affect your health. Germs lurk on surfaces, and with the ongoing pandemic, any surface of your house is a potential home for undesirable microorganisms or worse, viruses. If you're running out on ideas on how to...

Are You Ready for Your Next Appliance Service Call?

If you're planning on doing a house-wide spring cleaning activity, prioritize a maintenance check for appliances. Both old and new units need tender loving care to prolong their useful life. While you may be tempted to resort to buying new appliances to replace malfunctioning ones, that may not be the...

My Washer Likes to Dance — Should I Be Worried?

If you've owned a washing machine for a considerable period of time, chances are you may have seen it look as if it moved itself from one spot to another while you weren’t looking. You may have also heard it make loud banging noises in the basement at certain moments...

7 Things to Look for in a Good Contractor

Sometimes, you just can't do it on your own. You may think you've got it all together, and then all of a sudden, your fridge stops working after so many frail attempts at a DIY repair. It’s high time to finally accept that you may need somebody else in your...

How to Deep Clean Your Fridge

Cleaning up is always an important part of taking care of the house, but some places often get more attention than others. The fridge is one of the most overlooked appliances. Many homeowners assume that because food is kept cold or rotated through, the fridge stays clean. However, the truth...