{"id":1357,"date":"2022-05-17T14:25:46","date_gmt":"2022-05-17T21:25:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=1357"},"modified":"2026-01-29T08:38:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T16:38:45","slug":"6-cleaning-tips-to-keep-your-appliances-in-top-shape-over-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/6-cleaning-tips-to-keep-your-appliances-in-top-shape-over-time\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Appliances In Top Shape Over Time"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cleaning your appliances isn\u2019t 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 \u2013 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. 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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 \u2013 a lot of appliance troubles start with clogs or build up that you can eliminate with a deep cleaning. Motivated to maintain your appliances with cleaning? Great! Pull on those rubber gloves and grab a sponge. 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You\u2019re letting the dishwasher basin fill with water.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Open the door to disrupt the cycle and pour about a gallon of white vinegar into the water in the bottom basin.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Close it up and let this vinegar and water mix sit for at least 12 hours. This will dissolve any build up in the base.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">After 12 hours have passed, turn the dishwasher back on and let the cycle finish to fully clear out the spray arms and drain everything.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Optionally, you can wipe down the interior with a sponge once everything\u2019s done, but this may not be necessary.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nYou can use similar methods on other appliances that are exposed to hard water:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Build up in your washer?<\/b> Pour four cups of white vinegar into the empty basin, then run the washer on the hottest, longest wash setting without detergent. Wipe out the interior with a sponge, and then do one more no detergent run to clear your washer of that vinegar smell.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hard water deposits can stop the flow of water in your ice maker or water dispenser. <\/b>If you can maneuver a cup or tray of white vinegar into place, you can soak the part that\u2019s blocked. Otherwise, wrapping it in a warm vinegar soaked rag and letting it sit for a while can help to break down some of the build up.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nKeeping your appliances clear of mineral deposits will help them run more efficiently and prolong their lifespans. If you\u2019re fighting hard water, it\u2019s a good idea to incorporate a vinegar cleaning session into your regular cleaning schedule for all your appliances.\r\n<h2>2. Keep Clear Of Clogs<\/h2>\r\nClogs can happen in all sorts of appliances, and when they do, they can look an awful lot like a broken appliance. Keeping your dishwashers, dryers, and washers clear of debris can make them run more efficiently and protect components from damage like overheating. Lets take a look at some specific examples:\r\n<h3>Check your dishwasher top to bottom for clogs<\/h3>\r\nIf your dishwasher isn\u2019t getting your cutlery clean, you may just need to check for clogs. Dishwashers work by cycling the same water through a pump system over and over. This water is filtered with each pass through, but sometimes particles can get through, or those filters will fill and stop up. Check your dishwasher\u2019s basket and strainer filters for food debris and clean them out. You can also remove the sump cover and check for clogs in the intake. Finally, take a look at your dishwasher\u2019s spray arms. The individual jets could be clogged. If they\u2019re stopped up, you can clean them out with a toothpick.\r\n\r\nFor a deeper look at a dishwasher deep clean, why not check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-clean-a-dishwasher\/\">our how-to guide<\/a>?\r\n<h3>Clothes taking too long to dry? Clean the vent<\/h3>\r\nA regular load of laundry shouldn\u2019t take more than 60 minutes to dry. Often, it can take even less time, especially when using things like felt laundry balls. If your clothes are still damp at the end of a dryer cycle, it could be that the heating element or another part is bad, but just as likely \u2013 and easier to fix \u2013 is a clog in the vent.\r\n\r\nFor proper drying, make sure your dryer vent is completely clear of debris. That\u2019s right, the whole line. Be sure to check outside, too. The exit could be covered by leaves or other debris, or if it\u2019s missing the cover, it might\u2019ve become home to a squirrel or other critter.\r\n\r\nClear your vent regularly, and check the outside every once in a while to make sure the passage isn\u2019t blocked.\r\n<h3>Keep on top of lint<\/h3>\r\nCleaning out your dryer\u2019s lint trap after every load of laundry will ensure your clothes dry more quickly and you avoid a fire hazard, but that\u2019s not the only thing to consider. You should also regularly clean out the accordion hose that comes off of the machine.\r\n\r\nKeeping these clear of lint is as much about safety as the efficiency of your appliance. Lint build up can leave your clothes linty, cause clogs, overheating, and fires.\r\n<h2>3. Clean Your Refrigerator\u2019s Condenser Coils<\/h2>\r\nIs your freezer compartment unusually warm? Refrigerator seem like it\u2019s running constantly? These are problems you could potentially fix with a bit of dusting! Dust, debris, and hair will collect on the condenser coils over time, insulating them. This makes them work less efficiently, making your fridge work harder to cool everything off and weakening other components. If the condenser coils are particularly bad, you could even find that they\u2019re causing parts to overheat.\r\n\r\nSo, clean your refrigerator\u2019s condenser coils and the area around the condenser every 6 months to a year \u2013 more if you have pets, that hair really adds up fast.\r\n\r\nHere\u2019s a quick breakdown of how to clean condenser coils:\r\n<ol>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Start by unplugging the refrigerator. You shouldn\u2019t need to relocate any food as this won\u2019t take long at all, but if you\u2019re concerned about something getting to warm, be sure to move it to a temperature safe spot.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">You\u2019ll find the condenser coils either right on the back of your fridge or behind the kickplate on the front.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Start by vacuuming the area to get any of the big dust bunnies out of the way.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Next, use a condenser brush. This is a long bristle-covered tool you can get for a few dollars at just about any hardware or appliance store, and it\u2019ll allow you to easily clean harder to reach parts of the coils. Use a back-and-forth scrubbing action to clean out any build up.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Time to vacuum everything up again! You\u2019ve probably freed up a whole lot of dust and debris.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">At this point, you can also wipe down the condenser itself, or use the vacuum to clean the blades of the condenser fan.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\nKeeping your condenser coils clean can improve your refrigerator\u2019s efficiency by up to 30%. Not only will you find that the interior temperature of your freezer and fridge are maintained better, you might notice some savings on your electric bill, as well! For a more in-depth look at caring for your refrigerator\u2019s condenser coils and a video, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-clean-refrigerator-coils\/\">our how-to guide<\/a>!\r\n<h2>4. Replace Your Refrigerator\u2019s Water Filter Regularly<\/h2>\r\nMost manufacturers recommend you replace your refrigerator\u2019s water filter once every six months. If you\u2019re experiencing issues with your fridge\u2019s ice maker or water dispenser and that filter is more than a year old, it\u2019s probably the source of your issue. If you\u2019re noticing unpleasant smells in your freezer, your ice, or your drinking water, it\u2019s definitely time to replace that filter.\r\n\r\nAn old water filter will saturate, allowing contaminants and impurities through into the water you drink and ice you make. Mold and mildew can start to grow in the filter if it\u2019s particularly old, and in extreme cases, you may find that build up can clog or damage the whole system, stopping everything from working. Unfortunately, there\u2019s no way to effectively clean a refrigerator water filter. You just need to replace it. It\u2019s super easy to do, though. Take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-replace-a-refrigerator-water-filter\/\">how-to guide and walkthrough video<\/a> for instructions.\r\n<h2>5. Keep Your Clothes Smelling Fresh By Cleaning Your Washer Regularly<\/h2>\r\nYour washer is basically a breeding ground for bacteria and mold. Those stink-makers thrive on dirty water, detergent deposits, and the hot, damp environment left behind right after a wash cycle has ended. Front loading washers, in particular, can start to smell very bad if you aren\u2019t keeping things clean, but we\u2019ve got some tips that can help you to cut back on bad smells.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Make sure you\u2019re using the right amount of detergent, especially if you have a high efficiency washer. Using too much is bad for your washer\u2019s components and will leave behind deposits that can cause mold or bacterial blooms.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Don\u2019t let your clothes sit for too long in the washer once the cycle\u2019s done. It doesn\u2019t take long for bacteria to start to bloom. Moving them over to the dryer soon after the cycle has finished will keep your clothes from picking up foul smells.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">After you\u2019ve moved the laundry to the dryer, leave the washer door or lid open until the interior is completely dry.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">On front-load washers, focus on the door boot. That rubber gasket has a lot of folds and crevices that can collect water and grime. Check it for water after every wash and wipe it down if you find any. If you\u2019ve already got foul smells, clean the door boot with vinegar, and then run a hot wash cycle with vinegar or Affresh.<\/li>\r\n \t<li aria-level=\"1\">Clean your entire washer, tub, gasket, and detergent dispenser, monthly to keep it from smelling bad.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nIf you\u2019d like an in-depth guide to getting your washing machine smelling fresh, we\u2019ve got a how-to for you on our blog. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/how-to-fix-a-washing-machine-that-smells-bad\/\">Give it a read<\/a>!\r\n<h2>6. Front Loading Washer Leaking? Clean The Door<\/h2>\r\nIf your front load washer is leaving behind a small puddle of water after a cycle, you might not need to buy a replacement door. Instead, try cleaning the door, particularly the bottom, glass and all. This problem can happen to anyone, but if you have pets, especially, their hair can collect at the bottom of the door glass, weakening the washer door\u2019s seal and allowing water to leak through.\r\n<h2>Wrapping Up<\/h2>\r\n<strong>At AppliancePartsPros.com, our goal is to help you keep your appliances looking and working great. Now that you know where to start on appliance cleaning, why not check out some of our other guides? We\u2019ve got tips and tutorials to help you clean and maintain your appliances and lawn equipment on our blog and YouTube channel. And when it comes time to replace a broken component, head over to our storefront to find what you need. Not only will you find genuine OEM replacement parts, you can get advice from our friendly staff or other do-it-yourselfers just like you.<\/strong>\r\n[\/av_textblock]\r\n\r\n","_aviaLayoutBuilder_active":"active","footnotes":""},"categories":[10,2],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.0 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\r\n<title>6 Cleaning Tips to Keep Your Appliances In Top Shape Over Time - AppliancePartsPros Blog<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Cleaning your appliances isn\u2019t 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 \u2013 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. 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