Troubleshooting Appliances

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Oven Door Won’t Close: 4 Reasons & Fixes (With Video!)

Oven door stuck open or just not closing all the way? That’s a big problem – one that’s ruining the efficiency of your oven if it isn’t stopping you from baking entirely. If you’ve got a stuck oven door, don’t force it! You can diagnose and fix the problem yourself in a half an hour or so with a few common household tools. In this article and video, learn to troubleshoot the top four most common causes of an oven door that won’t close correctly and save money fixing it yourself.
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How To Replace A Washer Balance Ring (With Video!)

Modern washers come with components called balance rings. These plastic tubes filled with a saltwater solution keep your appliance from going off balance and running away with your laundry. That watery sound they make may seem strange, but these parts are vital – if one goes, your washer may not work at all, reporting an unbalanced load error during spin cycles. To fix the issue, you’ll need to dig into your washer, but you can get it done in an hour or two with a few basic tools. Follow this guide and the companion video to learn how to replace the balance rings in your washer.
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Electric Oven Won’t Program: Top 2 Reasons & Fixes (With Video!)

Turning your oven on should be as simple as pressing a button. When it isn’t working, it may seem like the whole appliance is broken but that may not be the case. Often, an inability to program your oven’s functions is caused by one of two easy-to-access parts. You’ll save yourself a ton of time and money by testing and replacing the part yourself, and this article is here to show you how to do it. Follow this easy guide and tutorial video to determine which part is likely causing the problem, and learn how to fix it yourself.
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How To Clean A Chainsaw

Sawdust, oil, sap – your chainsaw deals with a lot of dirt, even if you only use it sparingly. All that debris can get in the housing also and if left there it can wear out and damage your equipment’s internal parts. To maximize your equipment’s lifespan, a regular cleaning schedule is key, and AppliancePartsPros.com is here to help you out with another comprehensive cleaning guide. Learn how to clean and maintain your chainsaw with this quick and easy guide.
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How to Replace a Washing Machine Vane (With Video!)

Don’t fret if your washing machine vane becomes damaged or breaks. You can replace this part on your own and save money on repair costs.  To replace your washer vane, you’ll need to first disassemble your washer and then follow our instructions to install a new vane.  In this easy step-by-step guide and companion video,  learn how to install your replacement washing machine vane and feel like a pro in your own home.
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Trash Compactor Drawer Is Hard To Open Or Close: Top 3 Reasons and Fixes (With Video!)

Any door or drawer that runs on rails is likely to encounter some problems opening and closing eventually. For trash compactors, which deal with gunky garbage on the regular, this issue can arise fairly frequently. Whether it’s just a minor annoyance or it’s stopping you from running your compactor entirely, it’s not something you need to live with, it’s something you can fix yourself! In this simple guide and video tutorial, learn how to identify the three most common causes of problems with trash compactor drawers and how to fix them.
Young Repairman With WrenchLooking Inside The Washing Machine
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How To Replace A Washer’s Rotor Position Sensor Switch (With Video!)

Modern washing machines rely on a number of sensors throughout the appliance that take readings and make sure every component is running right. When one of those sensors fails, the washer will often refuse to work at all. That can be stressful, but you can rest a little easier knowing that this sort of problem is a quick, easy, and affordable repair. In this simple guide, learn how to safe money and replace a washer's rotor position sensor switch yourself in just a few minutes.
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Gas Oven Igniter Glows But Won’t Light: Top 3 Reasons and Fixes

If your oven isn’t heating up at all, it might seem like it’s time to replace your gas-powered range, but that doesn’t have to be the case. Often, if your oven isn’t working, it’s likely because some part of the ignition system has failed or malfunctioned – and replacing a single component is a much smaller price to pay. The igniter, for instance, is the final line between gas and flame in your oven. It needs to glow white hot and have an adequate supply of gas to create a large enough flame. Follow this easy guide to learn how to diagnose your oven issue and save money fixing your oven yourself.
Interior view of tumble dryer with drying clothes
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Gas Dryer Isn’t Heating: Top 5 Reasons and Fixes

When your clothes don’t come out warm and dry after a load, it’s possible your dryer isn’t heating properly. In this case, you’ll need to fully examine your gas dryer to find out why it’s not heating and what you can do to fix it. Fortunately, you can diagnose your gas dryer by yourself in little under an hour. Simply follow this step-by-step guide to find out why your gas dryer isn’t heating and identify which part you’ll require for a full repair. 
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How To Replace An Air Conditioner Exhaust Hose

For air conditioners to be most effective, the heat and humidity they remove from the room they’re cooling must be expelled outside the room. To accomplish this, most portable AC units include a window kit and exhaust line, which can be installed in most standard window sizes, to carry all that warm, moist air outside. It’s not unusual to open things up at the start of the season and find a tear, puncture, or possibly a few chew marks, leaving the exhaust hose a whole lot less effective. Whether you’re installing a hose for the first time on a new AC unit or swapping out a damaged one, follow this easy guide to replace an air conditioner exhaust house yourself.
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How to Change the Pull Cord on a Chainsaw

One of the things you’ll want to check on your chainsaw as you prep it for spring and summer use is the pull cord. The cord should be in decent shape, should be easy to pull, and shouldn’t have slack or snag on anything when used. If you’re running into any of these problems, it’s time to give your chainsaw a once over and possibly change the cord out. In this guide we cover how to check, fix, or replace your chainsaw’s pull cord to get it in great shape for outdoor projects.
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Trash Compactor is Noisy: 5 Reasons and Fixes (With Video!)

Even trash compactors with sound dampening features make a little bit of noise when they run, but an unreasonable amount of racket isn't normal. Banging, thumping, screeching, and squealing sounds are all pretty unusual, and are usually signs that something in your trash compactor needs to be tightened down, adjusted, or replaced. Luckily, all of these parts are pretty easy to check and fix. Diagnose and fix your noise problem in just a few minutes with this guide and the companion video tutorial.
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Gas Oven Broiler Won’t Heat: Top 5 Reasons and Fixes (With Video!)

In a gas powered range, the broiler is controlled by a number of different components all working together to heat the oven. If your broiler isn’t coming to temperature, the culprit could be one of a number of different parts. Luckily, a faulty broiling function is usually caused by one of five things going bad in your oven, and all of them are pretty easy to test and replace. In this guide, learn the 5 most likely causes of a gas broiler that won’t reach temperature, and how to test for each of them.
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6 Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Appliances In Top Shape Over Time

Cleaning your appliances isn’t just about appearances. With a regular wash schedule, your appliances will run more efficiently and last a lot longer than they might have otherwise. It can potentially solve some problems, too – a lot of appliance troubles start with clogs or build up that you can eliminate with a deep cleaning. Pull on those rubber gloves and grab a sponge. In this article, we’re setting you up with six tips to keep your appliances in top shape over time through cleaning.
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How To Replace A Lawn Mower Pull Cord

A snapped pull cord is going to put a swift end to any lawn care plans you might have had, but it doesn’t mean you need to put your mower out to pasture. Lawn mower rip cords are an easy, affordable fix. With a few basic tools and the right replacement cord, you can get it done yourself in about thirty minutes. In this easy, learn how to save money and time replacing the pull cord on your lawn mower yourself.
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Washing Machine is Leaking: Top 6 Reasons and Fixes

Is your washing machine leaking? This could result in a flooded laundry room or even bigger problems. There are 6 main reasons and part failures that can be to blame for a washing machine that isn't containing its water. Before working with your washer to troubleshoot, make sure to unplug your washing machine from power sources. Once your washer is ready to work with, follow this easy guide to determine which of the six reasons may be to blame and save money fixing your washer yourself.
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How To Install A Garbage Disposal (With Video!)

Need help hooking up a new disposal to keep your kitchen running smoothly? Whether you’re adding a completely new disposal to your home or replacing an old one, AppliancePartsPros.com has you covered with this video guide and step-by-step tutorial. In this guide learn how to save money installing a new garbage disposal beneath your kitchen sink yourself.
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How To Replace A Chainsaw Chain: Easy Steps!

Ensuring you’ve got a good blade on your chainsaw is a matter of both safety and efficiency. A dull or damaged blade could cause serious injury, and even if it does run without issue, it makes whatever you’re doing take a whole lot longer. Checking and switching out your blade, whether sharpening the chain or replacing it with a whole new one, should be a part of regular maintenance on your machine. In this guide, learn how to save money replacing your chainsaw chain and how to prolong its life after the replacement.