Maintain Appliances
Complete step-by-step checklist to maintain appliances covering clean refrigerator coils and clean dryer lint trap, and essential action items.
Clean refrigerator coils
Vacuum dust off coils on back or bottom of fridge
Clean dryer lint trap
Empty lint screen after every single laundry load
Run oven self-cleaning
Use self-clean cycle or scrub oven interior quarterly
Descale coffee maker
Run vinegar/water cycle to remove scale build-up
Inspect washer hoses
Check hoses for leaks, cracks, and secure tight connections
Clean dishwasher filter
Remove and rinse food debris out of dishwasher mesh screen
Wipe washer door seal
Clean rubber seal on front-loader washer to prevent mold
Vacuum condenser dryer vents
Clean heat exchanger coils on ventless dryer units
Clean stove extractor filter
Degrease metal exhaust filters in hot soapy water
Check fridge door gaskets
Clean rubber door seals so fridge stays tightly shut