DIY repairs made easy
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Most domestic appliance faults are not as difficult to fix as you might think. More often than not, it is the fear of the unknown and what your spouse will think if things go wrong, that prevents us from attempting to fix what is very often a simple fault. Faults we could easily fix if we had some confidence or professional advice to go on.
The kind of faults we are talking about are the every day common ones. These faults are generally brought about by our social habits and they repeat themselves from one household to the next, all over the UK. An appliance is designed with man's needs in mind. Often though, these designs fall flat when it comes to man's bad habits.
So, what does happen when a person throws their clothes in the washing machine along with coins, credit cards, necklaces, hair clips, rubber bands, nails, keys, golf tees etc. etc.? What can happen if you overload or wash that rug? What will happen if the machine is used 2/3 times a day every day of the week for up to 4/5/6 years? What can happen if you lose an item of clothing between the drums? What is happening to the dishwasher (they do not digest food very well) if it is treated like a dustbin?
We could go on and on with these questions but what will happen is that you will more than likely suffer problems such as:
- Machine stopped in mid cycle with water still in drum
- Machine will not spin
- Drum not turning freely by hand
- Drum does not turn as it goes through cycle
- Machine does not take in water
- Machine does not heat water
- Machine will not drain
- Drum belt off or broken
Again, the list could go on and on. All these problems can cause an appliance to give off some worrying symptoms, although very easy to fix. Are you familiar with these symptoms? Do you fear the worst?
Well, before you rush out and spend unnecessarily on a new appliance, let us help you investigate the problem. Choose the correct symptom, get The Solution, follow the professional advice and our step by step guidance. We will arrive at a conclusion that will result in a fix at best or a confirmation of your worst fears.
Difficulty levels
The majority of repair solutions available on this site range from Very easy to Fairly easy. Jobs within this range are really straightforward to fix.
The jobs that are Difficult and Very difficult are for the more technical and mechanically minded person. Whatever the level, we are certain you will be impressed with The Solution
Tools required
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Tools from a basic toolbox are all that is required to put the majority of listed faults right. These tools includes the following: Star screwdriver, flat blade screwdriver, 1/4 drive ratchet and socket set from 5-13mm including extention piece, Torx screw bits of various sizes including T15 and T20 bits and driver, pliers, grips, 13mm ring spanner and adjustable spanner. Not all tools are required for every job, so don't go out and buy a tool because it is not on your list. Make sure you are going to need it first. |
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Very easy |
All that is required to accomplish these jobs are your hands, common household tools and the ability to follow simple instructions. No special tools or skills required. | NONE |
Easy |
You will need to be physically fit, strong enough to move an empty washing machine and the ability to follow simple instructions. Tools required are generally those of a basic toolbox. | NONE |
Fairly easy |
You will need to be physically fit, have strong hands, have a practical sense and the ability to follow simple instructions. Tools required are generally those of a basic toolbox. | NONE |
Difficult |
As well as being physically strong you may need to be able to carry out voltage and resistance checks. Although not difficult, an understanding of these subjects would be an advantage. In addition to the basic toolbox, a inexpensive volt/resistance meter may be required. | NONE |
Very difficult |
This job requires skill, determination, strenght, patence, a good mechanical mind, an extensive toolbox and the willingness to purchase a cheap special tool if necessary. | NONE |
