Since 1997, HomeTips has guided millions of homeowners with original, expert advice for DIY home improvement and repair. Founder Don Vandervort, a nationally recognized authority, has written more than 30 books and countless magazine articles, been a host on HGTV, and served as MSN's home improvement expert. MORE
Appliances help us with almost every type of chore, from cooking food to washing clothes, conditioning the air, and heating our water. They are essential to every house. When we remodel or improve our homes, appliances are often the big-ticket items. Considering their importance and expense—and the fact that we will be using them for many years—it only makes sense to choose appliances carefully.
In this section of HomeTips, you’ll find help for making these important buying decisions, and you will also get step-by-step assistance with installation procedures. And for those times when repairs are needed, you will learn how to troubleshoot problems and make do-it-yourself repairs.