HomeStyle & Beyond

Appliance Maintenance

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A split image illustrating clean dryer vent ductwork and a safe, comfortable home interior, symbolizing resilience through maintenance.
Maintenance

Top 2 Home Maintenance Tasks & Tips for a Resilient Home

Cleaning dryer vent ductwork is crucial to prevent home clothes dryer fires, according to ACG .

Ethan Rowe·September 6, 2026
Split image contrasting a modern, efficient kitchen with an older kitchen featuring a dated, inefficient appliance, symbolizing the need for replacement.
Maintenance

How Long Do Appliances Last? Signs It's Time for a Replacement

A 10-year-old refrigerator could be quietly adding an extra $95 to your electricity bill each year, even if it's still running, according to Homa .

Olivia Hart·August 11, 2026
Split image contrasting a well-maintained kitchen with a broken washing machine, illustrating the importance of routine appliance maintenance.
Maintenance

How to Perform Routine Appliance Maintenance: A 2026 Guide

The average cost to repair a washing machine is $300, a bill often avoidable with simple, routine care.

Olivia Hart·April 22, 2026
A split image showing a new, shiny refrigerator on one side and a slightly older, well-used dishwasher on the other, representing appliance lifespan differences.
Maintenance

What is the average lifespan of home appliances and how to extend it?

While your freezer might reliably hum along for two decades, your dishwasher could be ready for the landfill in just nine years, revealing a surprising disparity in appliance longevity.

Olivia Hart·April 10, 2026