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Top Tips that help your appliances last longer

Getting an electrician on the Gold Coast can be a difficult job with demands rising every day. That's why when your refrigerator suddenly breaks for no reason, you're less than pleased! With only a few hours to get all the food into another fridge before it goes off, you may ask yourself, how could make my appliances last longer? If you are looking for a reliable electrician, talk to the experts at NDF Electrical, however, no one wants to be constantly replacing or repairing expensive appliances, so here are the top tips to help your appliances have a longer lifespan.

How to make your oven last longer:

A regular oven can last between 10 to 20 years, however, to maximise the lifespan of your oven, you simply need to keep it clean. It’s a super simple tip but extremely effective! By cleaning up any spills that happen straight away will save you a lifetime of pain. It's recommended to deep clean your oven once a month including the racks and trays, to remove all the food drippings and grease. It's a tedious job, but it will ensure you maximise the lifespan of your oven.

How to make your refrigerator last longer:

A fridge is essential in every household, however, it's an expensive replacement if it breaks. To ensure your fridge lasts past its regular life expectance, 6 to 13 years, you need to have plenty of space around the fridge. A fridge needs a large amount of airflow to operate properly, thus it's important to leave a few inches on either side of the fridge as well as above.

For the fridges that have a water dispenser, make sure you are changing the water filters regularly to prevent any bacteria build-up that can permanently damage the dispensers.

Another tip is to clean out the condenser tubes that are located usually below the fridge. These tubes collect heaps of dust and dirt over time, especially if you have any pets. The dirt build-up can impact the fridge's ability to regulate its temperature. If you clean the condenser tubes once a year you can increase your fridge's life span up to 15 to 20 years!

How to make your dishwasher last longer:

A dishwasher usually will last around 6 to 12 years, yet to maximise its lifespan regular maintenances is needed. Some simple tips for your dishwasher are pre-rising all your dishes before loading up the dishwasher to prevent the sprayers and filters from getting clogged up. Taking a little extra time to rise first, will save you time and money in the future. Another tip is to use powder tablets to clean your dishwasher instead of gel-based detergents. This is extremely important for your dishwasher's life, as there is chlorine bleach in gel detergents that can damage the inside and evidently shorten the lifespan. 

We all know that appliances won't last forever, even though that would be nice. Nonetheless, there are many little things you can do the enhance the lifespan of your appliances, instead of replacing them every few years. If you are looking for a trusted electrician on the gold coast, turn to NDF Electrical for all your needs. 

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