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Appliance Tips & Guides from Our Lowell, MA Technicians

Straightforward, plain-language answers to the questions we hear most from homeowners across the Merrimack Valley.

What Is a Frost Free Freezer, and Why Does Mine Still Get Ice?

What Is a Frost Free Freezer, and Why Does Mine Still Get Ice?

Frost free freezers are supposed to stop ice buildup automatically. Here's how the system works and why it sometimes fails.

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What Is the Best Month to Buy Appliances? A Lowell, MA Buyer's Guide

What Is the Best Month to Buy Appliances? A Lowell, MA Buyer's Guide

Timing your appliance purchase around sales events can save hundreds of dollars. Here's when Massachusetts shoppers get the best deals.

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Why Does My Dryer Take Multiple Cycles to Dry Clothes?

Why Does My Dryer Take Multiple Cycles to Dry Clothes?

If you're running your dryer two or three times for one load, the cause is usually one of four things. Here's how to check each one.

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What Home Appliances Use the Most Electricity?

What Home Appliances Use the Most Electricity?

A struggling appliance often costs more to run than a healthy one. Here's what typically drives your electric bill up, and when repair helps.

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How to Maintain a Front Load Washer So It Lasts Longer

How to Maintain a Front Load Washer So It Lasts Longer

Front load washers are efficient but prone to odor and seal issues without regular care. Here's a simple maintenance routine.

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What Is a Convection Oven Microwave, and How Is It Different?

What Is a Convection Oven Microwave, and How Is It Different?

Convection microwaves combine two cooking methods in one appliance. Here's what sets them apart, and what tends to break first.

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Freezer Broken? Here's What to Do With Your Food Right Away

Freezer Broken? Here's What to Do With Your Food Right Away

A failed freezer is a race against time. Here's how to protect your food while you wait for a repair.

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What Is a Downdraft Range, and Does It Need a Vent Hood?

What Is a Downdraft Range, and Does It Need a Vent Hood?

Downdraft ranges pull smoke and steam down instead of up. Here's how the system works and what tends to go wrong.

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