Category: How To’s

Dishwasher Smells Like Eggs? (here’s why & what to do)

Dishwasher Smells Like Eggs? (here’s why & what to do)

There’s nothing worse than running the dishwasher only to find that when the cycle has finished, the dishwasher smells bad....
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Washing Machine Error Codes (the full guide)

Washing Machine Error Codes (the full guide)

As all electrical appliances have become more technologically advanced over the past few years, most manufacturers have introduced a fault...
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What Is The Size Of A Standard Washing Machine Drain Hose?

What Is The Size Of A Standard Washing Machine Drain Hose?

If your washing machine’s drain hose needs replacing because it is damaged or you’ve just moved home and the existing...
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Is It Safe To Manually Add Water To A Front Loading Washing Machine?

Is It Safe To Manually Add Water To A Front Loading Washing Machine?

Modern automatic front loader washing machines are designed to do it all for you. All you need to do is...
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How To Check If Your Washing Machine Is Heating Water Or Not

How To Check If Your Washing Machine Is Heating Water Or Not

If you suspect that your washing machine isn’t heating the water it uses to wash your laundry, you need to...
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What Happens If You Put A Dishwasher Tablet In The Washing Machine?

What Happens If You Put A Dishwasher Tablet In The Washing Machine?

If you have accidentally put a dishwasher tablet in your washing machine, you’re probably worried that your washer will get...
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How To Know If Your Washing Machine Belt Needs Replacing

How To Know If Your Washing Machine Belt Needs Replacing

The washing machine is probably the most labour saving appliance you own. It saves you time and energy and makes...
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Do You Need To Elevate A Washing Machine Drain Hose?

Do You Need To Elevate A Washing Machine Drain Hose?

When installing a new washing machine, one of the most common questions asked is does the drain hose need to...
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Dishwasher Not Heating Up? (here’s why & what to do)

Dishwasher Not Heating Up? (here’s why & what to do)

If your dishes are not getting properly clean in the dishwasher, the most likely cause is the water isn’t getting...
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Washing Machine Door Won’t Open At End Of Cycle? (here’s why & what to do)

Washing Machine Door Won’t Open At End Of Cycle? (here’s why & what to do)

Not being able to open the door on the washing machine after the cycle has completed can be very annoying....
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Washing Machine Not Taking Fabric Conditioner? (here’s why & what to do)

Washing Machine Not Taking Fabric Conditioner? (here’s why & what to do)

If your washing machine isn’t using the fabric softener in the dispenser drawer, your clothes are likely to be stiff...
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Washing Machine Drawer Filling With Water? (here’s why & what to do)

Washing Machine Drawer Filling With Water? (here’s why & what to do)

If you notice that the fabric softener compartment is full of water after the cycle has finished, it means there’s...
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Water From The Sink Going Into Your Washing Machine? (here’s why & what to do)

Water From The Sink Going Into Your Washing Machine? (here’s why & what to do)

If you have your washing machine set up in your kitchen it most likely shares the same drain pipe to...
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Washing Machine Filter Full Of Water? (here’s what you need to know)

Washing Machine Filter Full Of Water? (here’s what you need to know)

If your washing machine’s filter is full of water it can be worrying, but in most cases it’s easy to...
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Dishwasher Not Filling With Water? (here’s why & what to do)

Dishwasher Not Filling With Water? (here’s why & what to do)

When you open the dishwasher door at the end of the cycle, all of your dishes are clean and dry...
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Dishwasher Salt Cap Stuck? (here’s why & what to do)

Dishwasher Salt Cap Stuck? (here’s why & what to do)

It’s important to keep the salt reservoir on your dishwasher topped up to help prevent limescale buildup and soften the...
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Dishwasher Smells Like Wet Dog? (here’s why & what to do)

Dishwasher Smells Like Wet Dog? (here’s why & what to do)

If you own a dog and it has ever got soaked, you’ll know all about that wet dog smell. It’s...
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What Does Half Load Mean On A Dishwasher?

What Does Half Load Mean On A Dishwasher?

If you’ve been looking to buy a new dishwasher recently, you’ve probably already encountered the half load option. Many dishwashers...
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Dishwasher Salt Alternatives (what you can use instead)

Dishwasher Salt Alternatives (what you can use instead)

If you own a dishwasher you’ll already know that it needs dishwasher salt to run properly. The dishwasher salt ensures...
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Is Hard Water Bad For The Washing Machine?

Is Hard Water Bad For The Washing Machine?

Hard water is not only bad for your washing machine, it’s bad for your laundry too! To find out why...
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