It is sometimes hard to maintain home appliances for a longer duration. Well, it only turns out, you can dramatically increase their longevity if you follow these simple tips. Some DIY tips for home appliances maintenance are listed below to make your life easier.
Home Appliances Maintenance
Refrigerator:
A tighter refrigerator door seal reduces the energy it consumes and the refrigerator works more efficiently if there is no leakage. In order to test your refrigerator seal for premature wear and tear, close the refrigerator door with a dollar bill and try to pull it out. If it slides out easily then you need to replace its seal. This will keep the food well frozen while saving you money.
Water heater:
If you need hot water from your water heater all the time then it is necessary to keep an eye on the sedimentation at the bottom of the tank. This sedimentation comes from the water itself and the water has suspended particles, which settle over the time. Make sure to drain the water from the heater once every year and clean the insides from damage.
Humidifiers:
Humidifiers can become a breeding ground for harmful bacteria and molds during summers. So at the end of winters, take some time to drain the in-duct humidifiers and clean it with a mixture of water and vinegar. Make sure to keep the valve closed. This will prevent water from stagnating inside the unit.
Air Purifiers:
It is important to change the air filters in air purifiers during high usage time. You shouldn’t leave the air filter un-replaced for more than a month during peak usage.
Use a cheap filter that is made from fiberglass instead of using expensive HEPA filters. Cheap filters are cost effective and their high permeability makes them very energy efficient
Air Conditioning:
Regular inspection of air condition unit is important because of its high repair cost. The condensation hose should be inspected to ensure there is free movement of water. If there is any blockage in the hose, it then needs to be removed quickly.
Moreover, there shouldn’t be any water stagnation around the drainage line. Otherwise different microorganism like mold and algae will feed into it. Fill it with gravel to prevent these organisms from growing around your house. You want to prevent yourself from health hazards
There are screens on an air conditioner, which not only prevent debris from damaging the appliances but also keep the air fresh and clean. A thorough inspection of the air conditioner will save your time and its expensive repair costs.
Washing Machine and Dryer:
There is nothing more frustrating than going to washing machine with all your laundry and finding a problem with it. The washing machine like all appliances in the list should also be taken great care of. Its plastic hose should be regularly checked for usual leakages. Also check snugness of the hose. Replace the plastic pipe after every 3 years.
There is also the issue of leaky supply line, which can cause rusting and damage to internals of the machine. Leak can be pointed out by looking at the discoloration and rusty feel at the metal ends.
Heating system of the dryer is its life. For longevity of the system as well as fire safety, it is necessary that the lint of the machine is regularly cleaned preferably once per week with hot water or detergent.
These upkeep DIY tips will make your home appliances maintenance easier. Have you tried any of the above tips? Let us know in the your feedback
