Even though appliances have replaced many of the household tasks that were once done manually—like washing dishes and clothing—that doesn’t mean they’re completely maintenance-free. For example, we ...

I'm a writer and product reviewer with six years' experience. It’s easy to overlook the need to wash your water filter pitcher when you’re only ever filling it up with water. After all, how dirty can ...

Nobody loves cleaning a greasy range hood filter, but it is a job that should be done more often than many do it. Here's an ...

“Brunch with Babs” strikes again — except this time, instead of sharing how to properly carve and care for fresh pumpkins, Barbara Costello (@brunchwithbabs), the viral grandmother influencer on ...

While it's a relatively low-maintenance appliance, your microwave does require some occasional attention. As long as you clean up any spills or messes as soon as you make them (or see them), and wipe ...

Diesel trucks are built tough and can last up to five years without issue. However, I've worked on trucks — both professionally and in my garage — for a decade, and I've seen how long they can last ...

A good dishwasher can take a load of soiled, food-streaked dishes and leave them sparkling clean. So where do those little crumbs and food particles go? It comes down to a relatively small, ...

We have good news and bad news regarding this trusty piece of kitchen equipment. The bad news is that your dishwasher has a filter you’ve probably never opened or bothered to clean (and which you ...