Every now and then, a product that was released for sale to the public must be recalled. This actually happens much more frequently than most people realize. Hundreds of products from a specific flawed design or manufacturing malfunction are recalled every year when a hazardous problem is noticed by the company or reported by multiple consumers. Often, these recalls are …
Finally, spring has sprung and the New York City streets (and sidewalks!) are no longer covered in that unfortunately colored slush that comes after a long winter. It is time for those subtle warm breezes and of course, a great pop of color as the city comes to life a little more and everyone comes out of hibernation. However, there …
The dryer buzzer is an essential part of many people’s home laundry routines. You know when it goes off that it’s time to fold clothes before they wrinkle or grab a towel while they’re at their warmest and fluffiest. So when your dryer buzzer stops sounding, this can really throw off your routine. Not to mention, allow your clothes to …
The infinite switch on your stove burner is the type that turns continuously from the highest to the lowest setting rather than clicking between three to five pre-set temperatures. While almost everyone has worked with burner switches more times than we could possibly count, the naming scheme is not something that is universal from household to household. You may think of …
One of the more alarming problems a washing machine can develop is an issue with the belt. The belt is what most washers use to spin the drum which agitates, washes, and then spin-wrings the clothes before you put them in the dryer. You know something is wrong with your belt when you notice that your washer is running, but the drum …
We have talked a lot about how to do some refrigerator repairs, but there are some things you can do for this appliance to help stave off a lot of those repairs. Refrigerators are built to last a pretty long time, but they can last even longer when given the proper attention. So if you just had to make a …
If your dryer is not heating up, this could be caused by a surprising number of internal problems, from too much dryer lint to the heating element itself. You may have to replace a part or two in your dryer to get it rolling hot again, but there’s quite a bit of troubleshooting between here and knowing which part needs …
New York City is a culinary destination, one that can and does attract people from all over the world just to eat. As so many cultures meld together in the city, so too do their cuisines. However, while some of your favorite restaurants may be literal holes in the wall or served out of trucks, the city has also attracted …
When your microwave starts throwing out sparks, you have every reason to feel panicked about that. While it may not look like much, the microwave is an incredibly powerful appliance and has the capacity to do a lot of harm if not respected. However, when your microwave starts sparking, it doesn’t mean you should just unplug it and toss it …
Your dishwasher filter is an important part of the appliance’s function. It catches the tiny leftover bits of food still on your dishes when they enter the dishwasher, allowing the dishes to get completely clean during the cycle. Self-cleaning dishwasher filters will include tiny garbage disposal that grinds up any large pieces and doesn’t need to be manually cleaned as …
