Appliances are a big investment and a valuable part of your home. Naturally, you want to keep them running efficiently and effectively for as long as possible. Here are some things you can do to help keep your appliances in good working order longer.

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Is this microwave still safe to use?

Hi I wanted to donate this gently used microwave my little brother used for ONE SEMESTER. It was brand new. .Since then it's been sitting in my basement after he moved back. I'm helping with donation...[More]

White film on dishes

For some reason, my dishwasher, which is only about 3 months old has started leaving a white residue on all of the clean dishes. This dishwasher work great for the first couple months, and all the sud...[More]

Can someone help me identify this Dryer + Wash?

Send link below.Question from user Opposite_Welcome_461 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Open up the door look at the model # and google it they are not new probably sold for $700-800 each. Pedestal...[More]

Should I Choose Home Depot or a Local Appliance Store? They are the Same Price!

Ok so I have 2 options I can choose for my new appliances (refrigerator, washer, dryer, and pedestals).I can choose Home Depot which I currently have an order already made with (You can cancel up to 7...[More]

Can anyone help identify this Wolf range? Found at secondhand shop in Houston TX

I have been looking for a new range and happen to see this at a secondhand shop for $1700! Decided to take the risk and purchase it before someone else got to it first. It has four burners, the griddl...[More]

What kind of washer - dryer can I use?

Hey was trying to get a washer/dryer was wondering if it's gas/electric and if I needed a specific hook up? Idk what's needed or how this all works. Just don't wanna buy one and it doesn't work. Lmk t...[More]

Which Refrigerator to buy!?

We are in the market for a new refrigerator with a max budget of $ 2,500. Trying to figure out what capacity refrigerator we should get and which brand.We are a family of 4, and usually do grocery sho...[More]

Looking to buy new fridge, oven and microwave

Looking to buy new fridge (counter depth), oven and microwave(built in).Was hoping you all could give some recommendations on brands and/or models. Is it true to stay away from Samsung/LG with applian...[More]

I hate you Samsung

You such so much. I wish as a brand you were all punished harshly for selling absolutely dog sh1t appliances.Question from user Big_Competition7269 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Same. My 2 year o...[More]

Samsung fridge stops getting cold over night

Hello I just bought Rf27t5501sr Samsung fridge. We hooked it up. It ran great all day and got to temp no problem. We woke up in the morning and nothing was cold and it was like 70 inside it. I unplug...[More]

No One Actually Wants a Speed Queen Washer - Dryer…

Obviously everyone's going to get crazy upset about this post because everyone in this sub (including me) knows that Speed Queen makes a fantastic product. But the reality is… the average consumer a...[More]

Should I be concerned?

I just moved into a new apartment last week and was cooking dinner when one of the burners on the stove top seemed arc and the whole oven shut off. I reset the breaker and it started working again. Th...[More]

Why are all the high efficiency rating fridge freezers also huge?

I tried to have a Samsung FF as recommended by Which? delivered today, and the delivery person took it back because it was too big to fit through the hall door! Why does it seem that all the best revi...[More]

Induction Ranges - GE Profile PHS930YPFS vs Kitchenaid KSIS730PSS

I'm looking to change the shitty 2016 Samsung glass top electric range that my house came with and get a decent induction range for around $2500.I've had my eye on the GE Profile and waiting for a goo...[More]

Who do you think makes the best basic refrigerators?

.and who makes the worst?Question from user timetoremodel at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Amana.Answer from user HonnyBrown at Appliances at reddit.com....[More]

Is this normal?

My oven makes these pretty loud noises every few minutes. It is brand new and my first time using it. All other ovens ive used have never done this. Thought?Question from user cooldemons911 at Applian...[More]

GE Front load washer

I'm so confused. I have to buy a washer for the first time. My current washer came with the house we bought, but it's old and done working. I have just ordered the GE ultra fresh vent system front l...[More]

You have to use a rolling lift jack to move a Fisher & Paykel range?????

Just decided to make the jump to induction and found a deal on a scratch & dent Fisher and Paykel, so decided to try out a high end range. Model OR36SC16X1, 36 inch. Apparently high end range people n...[More]

Suggestions on Dishwashers that actually work?

We bought a $900 dishwasher 3 years ago. It's slowly getting less useful - and washing things less effectively. It's been serviced three times and have now sunk in more than we paid. 3 kids, had pets ...[More]

Fridge Handles!

Hello! I found a fridge on what I thought was a good deal. Only was priced the way it was because it is missing handles. I've looked at the OEM handles from Whirlpool, I'm just wondering if there is s...[More]

GE Profile Diamond Gray Washer & Dryer Set

Been quite sometime since I've been in the market for a washer and dryer. Looking at getting the GE Profile 5.3 Cubic Feet Washing Machine PTW705BPTDG and matching dryer 7.4 Cubic Feet PTD70EBPTDG in...[More]

Need to buy a new appliance suite

Buying a new to me home and all the appliances need replaced what brands should I look for and what brands should I avoid? TIA.Question from user MDKyle at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Avoid Samsun...[More]

I am building a house, what are the best appliances?

Trying to keep appliances below $15k. Would prefer paneling to match cabinetry where possible, but would take quality over style!.Question from user Defiant-Mango6337 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answe...[More]

Got a refrigerator question

Why am I leaking water out of my light in my refrigerator and it's not even hooked up to water?Question from user Looking4awnsers8901 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Condensation, probably. Water v...[More]

Trying to find age of ancient stove

The house is over 100 years old, but our stove/range appears to be firmly from 70s. I cannot for the life of me find when it was manufactured. The model number appears to be 86318164080 (pic attached)...[More]

Help: best way to streamline dryer duct

Question from user bcaronart at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Answer from user at Appliances at reddit.com....[More]

Washer Will Fill for Wash, but not for Rinse Cycle

Hi,.So my main mom has a 7ish year old speed Queen washer. It will fill with water for the wash part of the cycle but when it comes to rinse it will literally just drip slowly it takes forever to fill...[More]

Dishwasher Issues

(KitchenAid KDTE104ESS1).Hello everyone. I'm having issues with my dishwasher.The soap dispenser is opening but it doesn't dispense the soap. I was using pods, and then switched the detergent to see i...[More]

Help me figure out what stove I have?

Please ignore the dirty stove but we moved into our house two years ago and recently our oven has stopped heating so I've been trying to figure out what model we have, but I think the previous owners ...[More]

I get a $500 rebate if I buy 4 GE appliances but lose it if I start mixing and match with a Bosch di

Question from user mag274 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:You'll end up spending more then $500'in a few yrs repairing those GE appliances so go with the B.Answer from user oclookin at Appliances a...[More]

LG front loading washing machine issue, please help!

I have had an LG washer and dryer set couple a little less than two years. It recently started sending me the OE code. When it is draining it is making a loud surging sound. After doing some research,...[More]

What do you do with the food in your old fridge when the new one arrives?

We have a lot of food in our old fridge. The new one is coming this week. What should we do with the food without wasting it?Question from user NecessaryLeg6097 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:We t...[More]

Why is the freezer leaking

Why is the freezer leaking.Have a fridge where the freezer is on the bottom and slides out like a drawer. First one I've had like this, came with my house when I bought it. Lately have been getting le...[More]

Why is my new fridge water like this?

Just got a new Lg fridge, bought a new filter, cycled out a lot of water and this is what it looks like. It seems like they're air bubbles they float to the top and get kind of foamy on the sides. Cou...[More]

Best affordable dishwasher

Hi, .I'm a 1st time homeowner and I bought my townhouse back in 2019. My GE dishwasher that came with the place is having issues unfortunately and I might need to replace it. All of the appliances in ...[More]

Can Portable electric space heaters be plugged into this?

I know extension cords aren't right for heaters. But what about one of these?Question from user Echo1xx at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Space heaters need to be plugged directly into the wall socke...[More]

stacked washer - dryer that uses plenty of water

Looking for stacked washer/dryer that uses plenty of water, enough that clothes actually swish around in the water like in old-school machines.(I am not and will not be convinced that low-water machin...[More]

Anybody know what kind of fridge this is?

The fridge is made by Micro Fridge, it is about 34 tall by 18 wide.Question from user NateDogg-_- at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Searching the net, it appears to be sold through Danby.Answer from ...[More]

New Samsung Washing Machine Is this too much wobble?

New washing machine. We have checked and rechecked for level. At times where the drum spins up or down it wobbles like this. Normal or should I return? It is on the 2nd floor and we don't feel any vib...[More]

Is this a good dishwasher to purchase?

Our dishwasher recently broke so I have been looking at many reviews trying to find the right one to purchase, but I'm finding it overwhelming to pick the right dishwasher. Does anyone have this Bosch...[More]

Everytime we run our stove for more than an hour we get these notifications from our air quality sys

We have a carbon monoxide detector in the basement and it never goes off or the smoke detectors. No egg smell, no headaches, or noticable issues. We've lived in the house for 2 years now and the sto...[More]

Can anyone tell me why my kitchenaid oven is doing this when it’s on? If you see, it’s angled up

Question from user PictureSubstantial29 at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Answer from user at Appliances at reddit.com....[More]

what is everyones hard on for Bosch I have one and it's horrible

I moved into a house with an 800 series installed. Dishes don't clean. Dishes don't dry. Dishes don't rinse either. Milky slimy residual water covers everything. Grease covers everything. Food still s...[More]

French Door Refrigerator Recommendations?

When it comes to choosing a French door refrigerator, there are several factors to consider, including brand, size, features, and budget. Here are some recommendations for French door refrigerators ba...[More]

What appliances are the best to splurge on?

We're getting all new appliances and are having a tough time splitting the budget.. for instance:.We really like the Miele washer and dryer, but are not sure if the $3000 price tag for the front load ...[More]

Can I turn the fridge off but leave the freezer on?

This is my Roper over under refrigerator. It has a single control, located in the refrigerator portion. If I turn that all the way to zero, Will the freezer stay on while the refrigerator gets warm? I...[More]

My in-laws dishwasher has the filter thing I have never had a dishwasher like this or seen one

They live in Florida and the water destroys everything so it looks like crap.Question from user forkful_04_webbed at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Old dishwashers used to have a weak garbage disposa...[More]

Where can I buy a replacement for this control panel?

It is off of an LG LDFN4542D dishwasher. Thanks in advance!.Question from user BrawlStrap at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Mine broke too but I was lucky it was still under warranty. This thing is s...[More]

What’s wrong with my microwave?

Recently started to do this when it's heating up something. Is there any hope of repairing it? Thanks :).Question from user Asd12_bleu at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:I searched up this problem on ...[More]

Reddit must've heard us talking about wanting a new dishwasher

Didn't know this was a sub, I should've since there's one for everything, but I didn't. Alas, during my nightly doomscroll I've wandered upon you fine folks.Now, as the title says, the wife and I were...[More]

Need opinions on refrigerator options

We're in the market for a new fridge, and I'm actually excited about the prospect of making a purchase that only comes about every decade or so.Here's are the features I'd like to have:.Smart WiFi con...[More]

Samsung appliances stealing all my wifi

I didn't choose these appliances but they're here and now they're sucking up all the Wi-Fi and I can't get my work done online anymore and I cannot for the life of me figure out how to disable them.It...[More]

wa45m7050aw - a4 washing machine drum dropped

I have a 3 year old samsung washing machine. While doing laundry I noticed the drum is dropped 6/8 inches. It's still working fine, washing, spinning and everything. It goes back to normal position wh...[More]

What is this?

Jenn-Air oven, I don't know what that part that looks like it almost burned is. Nor what made it melt the ground wire. Any help would go a long way.Question from user Major_Stomach_ at Appliances at r...[More]

How cold can a freezer get?

We have a chest freezer and I'm trying to figure out how cold it can get but in vain. The manual doesn't say anything, Google is useless and even Frigidaire itself couldn't tell me. Does anyone know w...[More]

American made dishwashers

What is a good brand of American made dishwasher that won't constantly breakdown like ge's crappy equipment. Four separate times in the past year and a half I've had someone come out and have to fix t...[More]

How important is dishwasher's metal tub really?

I've seen a lot of threads of people asking if a metal tub is important or worth the cost, but with no one really answering the question.I've only had metal tub dishwashers because they were just in t...[More]

My miele washing machine sucks

My miele is about 11 years old now and kinda sucks.It constantly stinks despite having it serviced and cleaned by miele, and now it's giving me random black stains on clothes.Time for a new one.Wonder...[More]

Should there be some kind of cover on this Brand new Bosch dishwasher only run about 6 times

We are just about finished a kitchen remodel and my son noticed that every time we run the dishwasher, it smells funny after the cycle. Upon further investigation, I noticed this and thought maybe the...[More]

How do I clean this?

Never used a dishwasher and got a house with one that looks like this. It's a Maytag Jetclean model WU904. I tried looking for a manual or something on the website, but there isn't one.Question from u...[More]

Trying to date a JC Penney freezer

I just picked up this upright freezer for $100. I'm hoping to find info on how old it is. I have asked the Google, but I can't find any info on this model. Seems like a very simple setup. I'm hoping I...[More]

Newly delivered dishwasher smells like fish?

My husband is installing it as we speak but should we be concerned. Is there anything he should check for during install? Make/model: LG ThinQ.Question from user HLDCDRM at Appliances at reddit.com.An...[More]

Are there refrigerators on the market with an ice maker and NO water dispenser?

Question from user AbstractRootBeerBaby at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:Google is your friend.Answer from user The-E-Train59 at Appliances at reddit.com....[More]

Dryer has a 240V plug, but we only have access to two 120V outlets Is there a safe solution?

We have a 240V dryer, but only 120V plugs in our rental. Are converters safe? Can we safely resolve this on our own?Question from user organiclawnclippings at Appliances at reddit.com.Answer:The new G...[More]

Dryers installed in garage must be installed at least 18 inches above the floor?

I just ordered a washer/dryer set from Costco. I read through the product listings but when I got the confirmation email it says " Dryers installed in garage must be installed at least 18 inches abov...[More]

Gonna install this $7 past tomorrow when it arrives

We've got 20 year old washer and dryer we refuse to replace until parts become too expensive to buy. We aren't interested in the new shiny ones that need 3 service calls a year lol. I've got a coupl...[More]

Rant: why are front loading washing machines fundamentally flawed?

Background. New house, new GE appliances in 2010 - residential front loading washers had been around for easily 10-15 years (longer if you include commercial ones of course). We keep our door open a...[More]

Best time to buy appliances

Hello,.I am building a new house and would need appliances about Oct 2024.I am looking at thermador, wolf, Miele. Is there a good time to buy - meaning do these brands run promotions during thanksgivi...[More]

Looking for washer - dryer Set

Hello!.[TLDR] need washer/dryer set but can only be from Best Buy with hard limit of $2k. Big family, 2 young kids so front loader is a no go bc the appliances are in the kitchen, don't want to wait l...[More]

LG Customer Service rep fell ASLEEP during the call to LG My $800 Mistake

My LG experience (happened today). have to break it down into chapters because the entirety is shocking about LG.​.=================.Chapter 1: Pre-Face.=================. LG brand is BAD !! Buyer...[More]

Don’t buy Samsung

New fridge went out prior to a year. It's been almsot 8 days and they still haven't come out to fix it. Do not buy Samsung it's garbage now and they don't care !!!.Question from user Nice-Aardvark-79...[More]

36 Range- going nuts!

Our kitchen has a 36" space for a slide in range/oven. My wife runs a small cottage bakery that brings in a few hundreds dollars a week. We are not rich by any means, but we have a small savings. (~...[More]

Burnt food last night in the microwave and it's running normally today Is this part of it damaged -

I burnt some Mac n cheese yesterday, and cleaned everything. I ran the microwave with some vinegar and some dish soap for a few minutes each to get rid of the odor. The microwave was functioning norma...[More]

I need to destroy my father's grinder

So every morning I wake up by that grinder noise and I am not a morning person.We have another grinder but my father just never uses it. He still uses the one he already have, even though it makes so ...[More]

New washer dryer- too complicated

I'm looking at replacing a failing old washer and dryer with a mid tier model. Here is what I'm looking for:. *Mid sized 4.5 capacity washer. *Electric not gas. *I just want clean ...[More]