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Repair or Replace? How to Decide With the 50% Rule
A simple way to choose between fixing and replacing a broken appliance.
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Appliance Repair Tips and Guides for The Colony, TX Homeowners
Straight answers about fridges, washers, dryers, ovens and more. Learn what to check, what to fix and when to call a pro. For same-day or emergency help near you, call (972) 449-9527 any time, 24 hours a day.
Every guide is written in plain words by the Pro Appliance Repair The Colony team.
Repair or Replace
Repair or Replace | 5 min read
How Long Do Home Appliances Last? A Simple Lifespan Guide
A simple chart of how long common home appliances last.
Repair or Replace | 5 min read
How Much Does Appliance Repair Cost? What to Know Before You Call
What affects appliance repair prices and how to compare quotes.
Repair or Replace | 5 min read
How to Prepare for an Appliance Repair Visit: A Simple Checklist
A simple checklist to get ready for a repair visit.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting | 5 min read
Refrigerator Not Cooling? 8 Things to Check Before You Call
Eight easy checks when your fridge is not cooling.
Troubleshooting | 5 min read
Washing Machine Not Draining? Easy Fixes to Try First
Simple fixes to try when a washer will not drain.
Troubleshooting | 5 min read
How to Clean a Dishwasher Filter and Fix Cloudy, Dirty Dishes
Clean your dishwasher filter and fix cloudy dishes.
Troubleshooting | 5 min read
Oven Not Heating? Gas vs Electric Causes and What to Check
Oven not heating? Check these things first, safely.
Troubleshooting | 5 min read
What Do Appliance Error Codes Mean? A Simple Guide
How to read and use appliance error codes.
Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance | 5 min read
How to Clean a Dryer Vent: Steps, Signs and When to Call a Pro
Clean your dryer vent safely and know when to call for help.
Care and Maintenance | 5 min read
Appliance Maintenance Checklist for Texas Homes
A monthly and seasonal care list for Texas homes.
Care and Maintenance | 5 min read
How to Protect Your Appliances From Power Surges and Storms
Simple steps to protect appliances from surges and storms.
Care and Maintenance | 5 min read
Texas Heat and Your Garage Fridge: Why Summer Is Hard on Freezers
Why Texas heat is hard on garage fridges and freezers.
Care and Maintenance | 5 min read
Garbage Disposal Do's and Don'ts: What Never to Put Down the Drain
Simple dos and don'ts for a garbage disposal.
Safety
Safety | 5 min read
Fridge or Freezer Stopped Working? What to Keep and What to Throw Away
What to keep and what to throw away when cooling fails.
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Blog FAQs
What topics does the blog cover?
We cover repair or replace decisions, troubleshooting steps, home appliance care for Texas homes and food safety when cooling fails.
Can I fix my appliance myself?
Some simple checks are safe, like cleaning a filter. Anything with gas, high voltage or sealed parts is best left to a technician.
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