Appliance Safety
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Is it OK to dry laundry indoors?
Drying laundry indoors is not ideal. It can create excess moisture, condensation, and damp - and poses health risks for people prone to asthma, hay fever, and other…
Exploding Door Glass – Who’s Fault Is It?
When a washing machine door glass shatters, the manufacturer almost always blames the user. But the reality is considerably more complicated - and in many cases, the consumer…
Should you register the guarantee?
Registering a new appliance is not compulsory - the standard 12-month manufacturer's guarantee applies whether or not the appliance is registered. However, there are two important reasons to…
How to connect a washer or dishwasher properly
Washing machines and dishwashers must be connected to the correct drainage system. Misconnection to the wrong drain is a significant and widespread problem that sends soapy waste water…
What’s the best way to pull a washing machine out?
Pulling a washing machine out from under a kitchen worktop is straightforward if done in the right order. The most common mistakes - overstretching a hose, catching the…
Should I use an immediate call-out repairman?
A broken washing machine with laundry piling up, or a freezer full of defrosting food, creates real urgency. That urgency is exactly what some less scrupulous repair companies…