Our home appliances are such a standard part of modern life that we don’t always pay attention to them day-to-day. While that’s fine a lot of the time, it is still important to perform regular maintenance to keep them in the best condition possible.

Avoid Costly Appliance Repairs

A major benefit of performing regular maintenance is that it helps you find small problems before they become major issues. Taking care of the little things as they come up equals big savings in terms of both money and hassle down the line.

Scheduling regular appliance maintenance is a great way to build these steps into your routine. Some regular tasks to add to your calendar include:

• Checking your washing machine hoses
• Checking the door gaskets on your washing machine, fridge, freezer, and oven
• Cleaning out your dryer vent

Looking at these elements on a regular schedule means that you’ll be able to see any changes or damage before they become big issues. That way, you can make small repairs as needed instead of wresting with (and paying for) major repairs later.

Improve Appliance Performance

Regular maintenance also has the benefit of improving the performance and longevity of your appliances. Appliances that are working optimally make your life smoother and save money when it comes to energy usage and cost.

It may not always be easy to see what kind of maintenance tasks need to be done, so it’s important to keep these things in mind as you do other cleaning and maintenance tasks around the house. Some key jobs to add to your list are:

• Cleaning your dishwasher to get rid of soap and grease buildup
• Defrosting your freezer
• Cleaning dust off of your refrigerator coils
• Cleaning food spills from your range and oven

Not only do these maintenance tasks make your appliances look better, but they also help them work better too. Less debris means better functionality all around!

Put Safety First

Appliance maintenance is also important when it comes to safety. For example, lint and debris in your dryer vent is a fire hazard. A stove with dirty or blocked burners can cause pilot light and gas leak issues. A faulty refrigerator can mean that, unbeknownst to you, your might eat spoiled food. 

While these are worst-case scenarios, the dangers are very real. Luckily, they’re also avoidable with regular maintenance. 

If you need help with appliance maintenance or appliance repair in Rockaway, Chatham, or the greater Morris County area, call Morris County Appliance Repair today. Our team is fully licensed and insured and we’re here to put our 50+ years of experience to work for you. Call us for weekday, weekend, or emergency service. Morris County Appliance Repair—You Can Count On Us!