There are a lot of advantages to owning a gas oven and stove. There is virtually no warm up time on the stove and you can even cook on the stove top if the power is out. Unfortunately, if your gas oven stovetop is not igniting, then that is a big problem. You can still light it with a match …
Why is My Dryer Not Drying Clothes Anymore?
There is a lot that can go wrong with a dryer, but the most common complaint is a breakdown in the dryer’s main purpose – it isn’t drying clothing anymore. If your dryer isn’t drying your clothes anymore, it is very clearly broken. However, as with anything that is broken, you can’t fix it if you don’t know what is …
Replacing the Pressure Switch in an Electrolux Front-Load Washer
When your Electrolux washing machine washes your clothes, it does so by filling with a very precise amount of water for the size load it is washing. However, when you find that your washer is no longer filling with water or that it is actually overfilling with water, a faulty pressure switch could be to blame. However, unlike many other …
Local Events in Minneapolis: Take a Kid Ice Fishing on January 19
Do you sometimes feel like everyone in the Twin Cities is ice fishing except you? Here’s your chance to get in on the fun at Take a Kid Ice Fishing on January 19, 2019 at Pickerel Lake in St. Paul. Event Details: Just come down to Pickerel Lake in Lilydale Regional Park from 1 to 3 pm on January 19. You’ll be …
How to Change a Dishwasher Door Seal
The door seal – also called a tub gasket – on your dishwasher is the primary form of prevention of any leaks that may occur. This plastic lining is compacted when the door is closed, forming a water-tight seal. However, seals do tend to age. As they get older, they can become dry and brittle. It makes them no longer …
Solving Leaks in Your Whirlpool Dishwasher by Replacing the Pump & Motor Assembly
A leaking dishwasher can be troublesome to troubleshoot. However, typically what repair you need to make in order to fix it comes with other symptoms alongside the leaking. In this case, if your pump & motor assembly is going bad, alongside leaking in the bottom of the dishwasher, you may also notice poor dishwashing results as well as a grinding …
Replacing the Bake Element on Electric Ovens
If your oven isn’t heating or baking properly, there is a good chance it could be the bake element. This is a pretty elementary and easy item to fix for the DUI handyman. Although, for some, any type of appliance repair is too daunting a task. Twin Cities Appliance Repair understands this and our technicians are always available to help. …
How to Replace Your Whirlpool Oven’s Broken Light Socket
Over time, the light bulb socket in the rear of your oven can become damaged and fail to work safely. The most common types of damage include the socket or the terminals shorting out and the casing developing a crack. Replace it in just a few easy steps. Order a new socket with the replacement part number W10856866 for Kenmore models, and then: 1. Unplug your oven and turn off the …
How to Replace Your Samsung Freezer Handle’s End Cap If It’s Damaged or Missing
Your refrigerator and freezer doors have to handle a lot of wear and tear. Sometimes this can damage the end caps of the handle. If your Samsung refrigerator’s freezer has a missing end cap, you can replace it yourself. Order part #DA67-02787A and follow these quick steps to install it. 1. Unplug the refrigerator. Before you start any repairs, always unplug the appliance first. This …
Minnesota Orchestra Family Concerts: Thanksgiving at Jurassic Park and More
Celebrate the holidays with at least one special outing to the Minnesota Orchestra Family Concerts. There’s Jurassic Park for Thanksgiving, Beauty and the Beast for Christmas, and Star Wars for the New Year. Have lots of fun and introduce your kids to a love for classical music, a gift that will enrich their lives for years to come. Here are some of the highlights for the holiday …