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Kitchen with blue cabinets
Scott Dylan Westerlund
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Mar 3, 2025
Mar 3, 2025
Whether or not the cost of installing a pot filler is worth it depends on your kitchen needs. Learn why the faucet itself is often the least expensive factor.
Woman and her dog sitting by a wood burning stove
Jenna Jonaitis
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Jan 14, 2025
Jan 14, 2025
A wood stove can add warmth and ambiance to your home, but is it in your budget? Discover average wood-burning stove installation costs in this guide.
A woman cooking on a glass stove top
Kelly Weimert
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Jan 10, 2025
Jan 10, 2025
Broken glass stove tops are not only unsightly; they can also be dangerous. Use this guide to learn how much glass stove top replacements cost based on factors like size and type.
A laundry dryer with the door open
Melissa Graham
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Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
Does your dryer smell burnt? This is a common problem. Learn how to determine the cause of the smell and what solutions are available.
A person adding a dishwasher pod to a dishwasher full of dirty dishes
Taylor Freitas
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Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
Why is your dishwasher pod not dissolving? There are several potential causes, including low water pressure and clogged components. Here’s how to figure it out.
Man taking clothes out of the dryer
Stephanie Mickelson
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Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
A clogged lint trap, damp clothes, and an issue with the washer could be the reason why your dryer is making your clothes stink.
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A loaded dishwasher
Allie Ogletree  •  Mar 16, 2025
Why Is My Dishwasher Making A Grinding Noise?
Common reasons for dishwashers making a grinding noise include clogs and broken parts. Keep reading to learn why your dishwasher is making a grinding noise.
A kitchen with a full dishwasher
Amy Freeman  •  Mar 15, 2025
Why Is My Dishwasher Not Getting Hot?
Stuck with greasy dishes and wondering "why is my dishwasher not getting hot?" The answer could be a faulty thermostat or heating element. Here's how to deal.
A person loading a dishwasher
Taylor Freitas  •  Mar 15, 2025
Why Is My Dishwasher Flooding? 5 Common Problems and Solutions
Dishwasher flooding has several common causes, including overfilling, cracked components, and clogs. Here are five ways to fix your overflowing dishwasher.
A laundry room with a dryer stacked on top of a washing machine
Deane Biermeier  •  Mar 15, 2025
Why Is My Dryer Not Spinning? 9 Reasons and Solutions
Why is your dryer not spinning? This is a common problem for both gas and electric dryers. Learn why, how to fix the problem, and when to call a pro.
Kitchen with blue cabinets
Scott Dylan Westerlund  •  Mar 3, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Install a Pot Filler Faucet? [2025 Data]
Whether or not the cost of installing a pot filler is worth it depends on your kitchen needs. Learn why the faucet itself is often the least expensive factor.
Washer and dryer with shelving and utility sink
Mitchell Grant  •  Feb 27, 2025
5 Questions to Ask About Repairing or Servicing a Clothes Washer or Dryer
Repairing or servicing a clothes washer or dryer is common. Knowing the answers to these washer and dryer questions will help you during discussions with a pro.
kitchen with stainless steel refrigerator
Mitchell Grant  •  Feb 27, 2025
6 Refrigerator Repair Questions to Ask About Servicing a Fridge, Freezer, or Ice Maker
If your fridge or freezer is on the fritz, here are the refrigerator repair questions you should ask a professional before you start the service.
stainless steel fridge in new kitchen
Mitchell Grant  •  Feb 27, 2025
5 Questions to Ask About Installing or Replacing a Major Appliance
Major electric appliances can seem simple to install at first, but they require specific expertise. Here are the home appliance questions you should be asking a pro about the project.
Woman and her dog sitting by a wood burning stove
Jenna Jonaitis  •  Jan 14, 2025
How Much Does Wood-Burning Stove Installation Cost? [2025 Data]
A wood stove can add warmth and ambiance to your home, but is it in your budget? Discover average wood-burning stove installation costs in this guide.
Man removing baked food from the oven
Timothy Moore  •  Jan 10, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Install a Wall Oven? [2025 Data]
The cost to install a wall oven depends on several factors, including the type and size of the oven. Get our full wall oven installation cost breakdown.
A woman cooking on a glass stove top
Kelly Weimert  •  Jan 10, 2025
How Much Does it Cost to Replace a Glass Stove Top? [2025 Data]
Broken glass stove tops are not only unsightly; they can also be dangerous. Use this guide to learn how much glass stove top replacements cost based on factors like size and type.
Woman's hand holds glass and uses refrigerator to make ice cubes
Scott Dylan Westerlund  •  Jan 10, 2025
How Much Does It Cost to Repair or Replace an Ice Maker? [2025 Data]
Ice maker repair costs are often less expensive than replacing an ice maker entirely. Discover which parts are easy to fix and which require a professional.