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How to Bypass a Magnetic Lid Switch on a Whirlpool Washer

Quick and easy ways to open up your washer while it’s runningMost newer Whirlpool washing machines come equipped with Lid Lock technology that prevents them from being opened while in use. This feature seems pretty han...

Samsung Washer Door Locked and Not Opening? Try One of These Solutions

Even if your washer door is in lock mode, you can still get it open—no smashing requiredDid you forget to throw your sweater in your Samsung washer with your light-colored clothes? Or maybe you realized the blouse abou...

How to Unlock a Whirlpool Washing Machine

Follow these steps to unlock your front-load or top-load washerIf you need to stop and unlock your Whirlpool front-loading or top-loading washer, you're in the right place—this article will teach you different ways to ...

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Replace a Washing Machine Door Seal

The rubber door seal on front-loaded washers will eventually develop mold, tear, or crumble apart. Purchase a new seal made exactly for your washing machine model, and you can replace it yourself. This is a fairly straig...

How to Release a Stuck Washing Machine Door

Save your clothes and get your washing machine back in order with these tricks Is your washing machine sealed shut and refusing to cooperate? Whether the power went out, the handle broke, or your door is simply locked sh...

How to Troubleshoot a Dryer That Won't Heat: 9 DIY Fixes

Causes, solutions & DIY tricks to fix your non-heating dryer Is your dryer not drying your clothes? Follow the troubleshooting steps in this guide to diagnose and fix a Samsung, LG, Maytag, Whirlpool, or any other brand ...

How to Reset Your GE Washing Machine

The no-nonsense guide on returning your GE washer to default settings If you’ve got a GE washing machine and you’re wondering why it isn’t working correctly, a simple reset may be in order. In this article, we’ll...

How to Change a Clothes Dryer Belt

If your dryer drum isn’t spinning when you turn it on, or your dryer makes a sharp, banging noise while it’s running, you may need to replace the dryer belt. While disassembling your dryer to swap the belt out may se...

How to Move a Fridge (For Cleaning or a Long-Distance Move)

Plus, the right way to position your fridge in a truck to prevent damage If you’re moving to a new home, moving heavy appliances like refrigerators feels like one of the most challenging jobs. With a bit of planning an...

5 Ways to Reset Any Maytag Washing Machine

Fix common issues and clear error codes on your washerIs your Maytag washer not working? Whether it’s stuck in the middle of a cycle or displaying an annoying error code, we’re here to help. We’ll give you all the ...

How to Take Off an Oven Door (No Tools Needed)

Easily remove latched or latchless oven doors all by yourselfRemoving an oven door makes it a lot easier to reach inside of your oven while you’re cleaning, and it’s super easy to do (no tools required!). No matter w...

How to

Level a Washing Machine

If you’re installing or relocating a washing machine, or are wondering why your current machine is rocking from side to side, it’s important to make sure it’s level. You’ll often only need a spirit level and eith...

How to

Fix a Washing Machine That Stops Mid‐Cycle

Washing machines are complicated, but when yours stops mid-cycle there are a couple of likely culprits that can be fixed without too much special expertise. If there was a power surge, try a master reset. If you are havi...

How to

Reset a Frigidaire Dishwasher

Dishwashers are a valuable part of your kitchen, so it’s important to make sure that they’re always working properly. Whether it’s a power outage or a system failure, there are several reasons that your Frigidaire ...

How to Reset a GE Dishwasher: Troubleshooting Guide

Plus, where to find the reset button and when to use itIf your GE dishwasher's buttons are unresponsive, it's stopping mid-cycle, it won't drain or fill, it's not working right after a power surge, or you just forgot to ...

How to

Balance a Washing Machine Drum

Washing machines are a staple of many households all over the world. Unfortunately, it’s surprisingly easy for them to get unbalanced. Unbalanced washing machines present a whole host of issues, not the least of which ...

How to Fix Your Bosch Dishwasher and Restart It

The no-nonsense guide to getting your dishwasher working again If you start a wash cycle and realize you chose the wrong settings or there’s some electrical problem that causes the dishwasher to stutter, you may need t...

How to Install a Washer and Dryer

An easy guide to DIY washer and dryer installationHooking up a washing machine and dryer is a straightforward task and doing it yourself is a great way to save yourself some time and money! Different models of washers an...

How to Get Your Whirlpool Washer to Start

Troubleshoot your top- or front-loading Whirlpool washer with this simple guide If your Whirlpool washing machine isn’t turning on, don’t worry—the odds are extremely high you just pressed the wrong button on acci...

How to

Test an Oven Element

Oven elements, also known as heating elements, are the coils on the top and bottom of your electric oven that heat up and glow red when you turn your oven on. If your oven isn’t turning on or there’s something wrong ...