For most homeowners, the easiest starting point is the 50% rule: If the repair will cost less than half the price of a comparable new appliance, repair it. If it’s more than half, replacement makes ...

If you're expecting a good customer service experience when you need a repair on a major appliance, don't hold your breath. A recent Consumer Reports National Research Center survey of more than ...

Consumers should consider the advantages of replacing an appliance before repairing it, experts say. Repairing an appliance can be cheaper. But often it can be complicated and have escalating ...

If your dishwasher smells or leaves residue behind, the filter might need to be cleaned or replaced. Dishwasher filters are durable and typically only need replacing if they’re cracked, warped, or no ...

Kitchen appliances offered by most major manufacturers come in sizes that can be considered reasonably standard. But be warned: Standard size or not, they may not fit your existing opening, gas line ...

Do you feel confident when it comes to do-it-yourself appliance repair? Here’s what you need to know to save money on your next repair. For many of us, saving money has become second nature. Over time ...

If you’re like many of us, you want to make sure you get your money’s worth on your home appliances — and you might not have the budget to pay for a big repair or replacement in the event something ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

After more than three decades as an electrician and handyman, Buddy Lister knows that some home disasters are unavoidable. Stuff happens, no matter how much maintenance and care has been used. But ...

Avoid surprises when buying used appliances: know the product, test its functionality, and ask sellers about age, condition, ...