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Home CareSeptember 12, 2026Jonah Reyes

Make Your Appliances Last Longer

Small habits that keep washers, fridges and dishwashers running smoothly.

Clean the dishwasher filter once a month and run an empty hot cycle. It keeps dishes cleaner and stops odours before they start.

Leave the washer door open between loads so it can dry, and wipe the seal regularly. Vacuum the coils behind or beneath the fridge twice a year.

If an appliance starts making a new noise, leaks, or stops heating or cooling, report it early. Small faults are cheaper and faster to fix.

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