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 ...

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 ...

Most of us don't think much about our home appliances until something goes wrong. Picture this: you're running late in the morning, and suddenly the coffee maker refuses to work, or you step into a ...

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 ...

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 ...

Everyday appliances that help you function in life are always going to break down, usually at the most inopportune time. It's vital to know when it's better to replace rather than fix a major item.

Sam Willhite returns to hands-on appliance repair, launching a locally owned service focused on personal, in-home ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...