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Maintenance to things like cars is something that we hear a lot about, and usually have done when it is needed. There are other maintenance tasks that you may think less about, such as common care your household appliances. The appliances in your home will need fewer repairs and last a lot longer if you do a few simple maintenance tasks. Here are some of the appliance maintenance tasks you will want to do to reduce repairs:

Decalcifying The Washing Machine And Dishwasher For Less Wear

The washing machine and dishwasher are perhaps the two appliances in your home that get the most use. In many areas, sediments and mineral content in the water can take its toll on appliances. This is why it is important to decalcify these machines every once in a while. There are special treatments to help with this, which you add to the machine and run it. In addition, areas with more severe hard water problems may need this done to other appliances like coffee makes and small kitchenware.

Cleaning Filters And Defrosting The Fridge And Freezer To Ensure A Longer Life

The modern fridge can often have filters in the bottom of it, which is used to catch condensation and debris inside. This is something that needs to be cleaned from time to time to ensure your fridge/freezer is working properly. In addition, when your freezer begins to build up blocks of ice, thaw it to reduce wear and improve efficiency. This is something that you can do annually to ensure that your freezer is working properly and efficiently.

Keeping The Oven And Stove Top Clean To Reduce Inefficiency And Damage

Any type of stove top can be effected by the grime that builds up from cooking. With a gas unit, it can clog ports and reduce performance. Electric systems can be damaged by too much grime that causes the heating elements to burn. This can also happen to the inside of your oven, which is why it is important to keep these appliances clean. In addition to the normal cleaning of the stove and oven, take time to remove any buildup that you see to reduce these problems.

These are some of the appliance maintenance tasks that you will want to do for longer lasting appliances. Sometimes, even doing all the right maintenance may not be enough. If hard water is causing problems with your home's plumbing, contact a plumbing contractor, like one from Rooter Pro Plumbing, and talk with them about installing a water softener system for your home's plumbing.