How do I make my microwave last longer?

• <div><p>One of the best ways to prevent costly repairs is to take good care of your microwave, including <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/when-life-hands-you-lemons-clean-your-microwave.htm">cleaning your microwave</a> regularly. If your microwave is covered in an embarrassing amount of gunk, there are a variety of <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-microwave-cleaning-trick-ever.htm">simple tricks to get your microwave squeaky clean</a>. </p><p>Common household ingredients like lemons, vinegar, and baking soda will combat grease as effectively as harsh chemical solutions. Microwaves kept in good condition typically last about ten years.</p></div>

What is the most common cause of microwave failure?

• <div><p>The magnetron, which is the component that generates the microwave energy used to heat your food, is the most likely piece to cause your appliance to fail. Unfortunately, your microwave won’t serve any purpose without a functioning magnetron, so not only is this the most common repair, but it’s also the most important. </p><p>Repairing a broken magnetron usually costs between <b>$100 and $200</b> or <b>$175 on average</b>. About half of that cost goes toward labor, and the other half is for a new magnetron. Higher-end microwaves may demand larger or more complex components, which could increase your repair cost.</p></div>

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It was awful he lied to us cheap product seat came unglued, bottom of shower so slippery. Our life time warranty is not life time it is only good for 1 year they lied again. It cost to much for cheap materials. Then they sale our contract over to One Main final to carry the note That was a lie...
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The communication was A1! They reached out quickly, even though it was after hours. We have a property for sale, and with the approaching hurricane, we needed a tree removed ASAP, so it would not fall onto the home. They went out the next morning and communicated with me every step of the way,...
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DG appliance repair came to my 84-year-old parents house twice, charge them over $300 for used parts. They said weÃ¢Â Â re under warranty that was two months ago. Now they say they wonÃ¢Â Â t warranty the part. I truly feel like they took advantage of my elderly parents. I would not use DG...
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From Sales to Installation, The Brothers That Just Do Gutters' team was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. They kept us aware of each and every step in the removal of the old gutters as well as the replacement process. We would definitely hire them again if the need arises.
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Hired to be sales rep, paid me for 2 weeks of training, HP did not adequately train, they focused more on lunch served during training rather than seeking for clarification if new hires comprehended info. Appointments set by home office were ghost Appointments where no one was home or never set...
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Diagnostic fee was charged for every appliance he looked at. The fee when we talked over the phone was a one price call out fee. As soon as he saw July Viking equipment and my nice house, all the pricing went through the roof and now he needed money for every appliance he looked at. We needed...
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The pool installation was fantastic; the deck was built well, is perfectly level and built fast. The pool and equipment is very good quality, the service was fast and the crews were very professional. The high quality filtration system keeps the pool water crystal clear and is very easy to...
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A . very professional job. The technician was on time and very courteous. He repaired my leaking refrigerator and cleaned up after. I highly recommend Mr. Appliance
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She provided honest, professional, and ethical answers to all of our questions. Yes she represents the seller but at the same time we feel that she also cares about the buyer's concerns. She does not attempt to force a sale or push the buyer into making a decision to make a purchase that the...
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Appliance Sales questions, answered by experts

Whether or not it’s safe to use a buzzing microwave depends on what’s causing the noise. If a loose fastener or a dirty cooling fan is the underlying issue, it’s safe to use your microwave, although you may do damage to the fan motor if you don’t clean the blades first. If the issue is stemming from something else, you could do further damage to your appliance and potentially even start a house fire if you don’t repair it before continued use. If the microwave is buzzing when not in use, shut the power and call an emergency electrician, as this could lead to a fire.

One of the best ways to prevent costly repairs is to take good care of your microwave, including cleaning your microwave regularly. If your microwave is covered in an embarrassing amount of gunk, there are a variety of simple tricks to get your microwave squeaky clean.

Common household ingredients like lemons, vinegar, and baking soda will combat grease as effectively as harsh chemical solutions. Microwaves kept in good condition typically last about ten years.

The average lifespan of a dryer is 10 to 13 years. These appliances are built to last, but how often and in which way you use them will have a tremendous impact on their life span. Washing things like shoes and very heavy items will stress the system and dramatically shorten its lifespan, and you may experience more problems while using the dryer.

The magnetron, which is the component that generates the microwave energy used to heat your food, is the most likely piece to cause your appliance to fail. Unfortunately, your microwave won’t serve any purpose without a functioning magnetron, so not only is this the most common repair, but it’s also the most important.

Repairing a broken magnetron usually costs between $100 and $200 or $175 on average. About half of that cost goes toward labor, and the other half is for a new magnetron. Higher-end microwaves may demand larger or more complex components, which could increase your repair cost.

Most professional appliance removal companies will not expect a tip, but offering one is a good way to show appreciation for a job well done. A tip of 10% to 20% is a good idea if your professionals are working in the rain or snow, if they take extra care not to damage your walls and furniture in the removal process, or if they need to maneuver the appliance through tight spaces or up or down stairs to get it out of your home.

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