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May 6, 2025
May 6, 2025
Ice maker repair costs are often less expensive than replacing an ice maker entirely. Discover which parts are easy to fix and which require a professional.
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May 2, 2025
May 2, 2025
Whether you’re replacing an old dishwasher or buying your first, find out more about dishwasher costs, including new dishwasher installation.
 A modern kitchen with a black range hood
May 9, 2025
May 9, 2025
Range hoods come in various styles and help keep your kitchen clear of odors, smoke, and grease. Here’s how much it costs to install a range hood by type.
Laundry basket of clothes near washing machine
Apr 14, 2025
Apr 14, 2025
Why is my washer not filling with water? The answer could be simple enough to fix yourself, or it may require professional repair. Here's how to know.
A woman loading dirty clothes in washing machine
Apr 20, 2025
Apr 20, 2025
Dryer fires are scary, but they are also largely preventable. Here are seven causes of dryer fires and how to prevent them from happening.
Wood burning stove
Apr 15, 2025
Apr 15, 2025
If your home smells like a wildfire, it’s time to figure out why your wood burning stove is smoking and how to get rid of the fumes.
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 A modern kitchen with a black range hood
Range hoods come in various styles and help keep your kitchen clear of odors, smoke, and grease. Here’s how much it costs to install a range hood by type.
Man removing food from microwave while talking on phone
Microwave repair costs depend on the brand and model, repair type, and appliance complexity. Keep reading to learn more about the cost to repair your microwave.
Woman's hand holds glass and uses refrigerator to make ice cubes
Ice maker repair costs are often less expensive than replacing an ice maker entirely. Discover which parts are easy to fix and which require a professional.
A man putting coffee mugs into dishwasher
Whether you’re replacing an old dishwasher or buying your first, find out more about dishwasher costs, including new dishwasher installation.
Garbage disposal
Garbage disposals last five to 10 years, and replacement is preferred over repairs. Here’s everything you need to know about replacing your garbage disposal.
laundry room with washer and dryer machine
Is your washer on the fritz? We’re breaking down common washing machine repair costs to help you prepare to fix it while sticking to your budget.
inside of fridge with food
Having issues with your fridge? Use this refrigerator repair cost guide to see what it will cost to fix the issue and keep your appliance in good working order.
A woman loading dirty clothes in washing machine
Dryer fires are scary, but they are also largely preventable. Here are seven causes of dryer fires and how to prevent them from happening.
a silver refrigerator in a modern kitchen
One of the most common fridge problems is a blown compressor motor. Use this guide to determine the cost of replacing the compressor and to estimate the total cost of your repair.
Wood burning stove
If your home smells like a wildfire, it’s time to figure out why your wood burning stove is smoking and how to get rid of the fumes.
Laundry basket of clothes near washing machine
Why is my washer not filling with water? The answer could be simple enough to fix yourself, or it may require professional repair. Here's how to know.
A person setting the washing machine while doing laundry.
Why is my wash machine flooding when on hot water? Discover why this common problem happens, what you can do about it, and who to call to fix it.