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What To Do When Your Washing Machine Won’t Drain

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There are few things more frustrating in a busy household than opening your washer door to find your clothes floating in a pool of soapy, gray water. It usually happens at the worst possible time, right before a trip or when you need work uniforms ready for the next day. The panic sets in quickly: […]

What Damages a Glass Cooktop and How to Prevent It

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Glass cooktop stoves look modern, cook evenly, and are easy to clean when used correctly. However, many homeowners unknowingly damage their glass cooktop stove through daily habits, poor cookware choices, and improper cleaning. These issues often lead to cracks, scratches, heating failures, and complete stove breakdowns that require professional service. This detailed guide explains what […]

When To Repair or Replace Your Appliance: Expert Advice

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Appliances are the unsung heroes of our homes, keeping our food fresh, clothes clean, and our kitchens running smoothly. But like everything that is mechanical, they eventually break down, at which point you’ll probably wonder whether to repair it or replace it. This is a common dilemma for any homeowner, and sometimes the answer is […]

Decoding Dishwasher Noise: What Your Appliance is Trying to Tell You

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Dishwashers have become an essential appliance in modern kitchens, saving us time and energy while ensuring our dishes are clean and sanitized. However, dishwashers can sometimes make strange noises that can leave us wondering if there’s a problem or if it’s just a normal operation. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the various noises your […]

5 Common Self-Cleaning Oven Problems and How to Fix Them

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If you have a self-cleaning oven, then you know that it is a valuable appliance to have in your kitchen. These ovens have a built-in self-cleaning cycle that burns off food and grease residue, leaving the oven clean and ready to use. However, self-cleaning ovens are not without their problems. Here are 5 common self-cleaning […]

Safety First! Understanding the Hazards of DIY Appliance Repair

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When a home appliance breaks down, many homeowners want to try and repair it themselves. While there’s nothing wrong with trying to save some money, the risks associated with DIY appliance repair are not worth it. What Could Go Wrong? When attempting to repair an appliance yourself, several potential hazards could arise. Not only could […]

How To Prolong Your Appliances Life

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Home appliances are essential for making our day-to-day lives more comfortable and convenient. But, like anything else, they can’t last forever. You should take good care of your home appliances and prolong their life. Throughout this blog post, you’ll find tips and tricks for extending the life of your home appliances.  Regular Cleaning Regular cleaning […]

Why Does My Dishwasher Smell?

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If your dishwasher’s emitting a bad odour, that could spell disaster for your dishwasher’s functionality and for your sense of smell! There are many factors that can cause this issue but fortunately, there are a few things you can do at home to get rid of the bad smell and keep your dishwasher smelling fresh.  […]

Top 3 Best Features of Smart Appliances

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More and more, homeowners are turning to smart appliances to make their lives easier. From refrigerators that can adjust their temperature via Wi-Fi enabled timers to washers and dryers that can start a load of laundry from a mobile application, there are a lot of great reasons to invest in smart appliances. But what are […]

Most Common Kitchen Appliance Hazards That We Ignore

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The kitchen is often referred to as one of the most useful, yet most dangerous, rooms in your home. We are all aware of the common hazards that can occur in the kitchen if one isn’t careful. From cutting your hand, to slipping on spilt liquids, to burns and so much more. When it comes […]

Should You Invest in Smart Appliances?

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In the past few years, there has been a noticeable increase in the demand for advanced technology and smart devices. We want our devices to do more so that we don’t have to and this makes perfect sense. Especially when considering just how busy our lives are these days. If you are still on the […]

Why You should NOT use Self-Cleaning Oven Feature

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A Little Bit About the Self-cleaning Oven Feature. Cleaning an oven can take a lot of time, cleaning products, and not to mention a lot of elbow grease. Thoroughly cleaning an oven can be rather difficult; not only is it hard to reach all the crevices but trying to get the dirt build-up off from […]

Comparison: Electric Dryers vs. Gas Dryers

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When you are on the hunt for a new dryer you’re going to have a couple of important decisions to make, but none of those decisions are as important as choosing the power source for your new dryer. As one of the premier appliance repair Ottawa-based companies around we have seen our fair share of […]

Top Loader Vs. Front Loader Machine

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It’s the great home appliance debate: front load washing machine vs. top load washing machine. Of course, there are pros and cons for both types. Comparisons like these are why many people get confused in the front load washing machine vs. top load washing machine discussion. But at the end of the day, whether you […]

Best Fridges in 2023 Ranked By Appliance Repair Specialists

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Many of our clients remember a time when buying a refrigerator was pretty much a one time investment that required only a little bit of care and maintenance. Today, when everything is mass produced to satisfy the needs of our fast growing society, there are less and less reliable fridge brands that a buyer can […]

What to do with Mold on your Washer’s Gasket

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For many people, specifically those who live in condos or other smaller spaces, front load washing machines are incredibly convenient. People who live in a small space go with front load washers because it allows them to save floor space by stacking their washer and dryer. Although a front load washer has many benefits for […]

Tips for Better Laundry Wash

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Capital Appliance Repair can be there for anything you need in terms of maintenance, repair, or even replacement. At the same time, we also want you to get the best use possible from the appliances you already have. From tips on maintaining appliances, to how to optimize these substantial investments, our technicians are always ready […]

Best Way to Store Food If Fridge Breaks Down

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When your refrigerator breaks down, your thoughts are naturally going to move to fridge repair. At Capital Appliance Repair, you can be sure that we can help with anything you may be experiencing with your fridge. Regardless of the model, and regardless of the problem, we can help you find the best possible solution. Repair […]

Prepare Your Kitchen Appliance for Ottawa’s Summer

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Appliance maintenance can be practised in several different forms. At Capital Appliance Repair, we would say that getting your appliances ready for an impending season is one of the best examples out there of optimal appliance care. If you live in Ottawa, there are basically two major seasons that you’ll have to keep in mind. […]

Dishwashers: Repair or Replacement

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Dishwasher repair isn’t really something that makes us click our heels with excitement. We can choose to make the repairs ourselves, which can be highly problematic as it could lead to additional problems. The better option is to bring in our experts at Capital Appliance Repair. The third option is to have the dishwasher replaced […]

Are Self-Cleaning Ovens a Good Investment?

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Our professionals at Capital Appliance Repair have worked with all types of ovens. From visually-impressive wall ovens, to the more traditional ones, we’ve worked with every type and model imaginable. More recent ovens are truly some of the most impressive we have ever seen. This is particularly true for the many features that are available […]

Summer Is Here Soon! How to Keep Your Fridge Running in The Heat

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Fridge maintenance is important throughout the year. However, taking care of your fridge is particularly important during the brutal summer months. At Capital Appliance Repair, we know better than anyone that summertime in Ottawa can get pretty darn hot sometimes. This is the kind of weather that can certainly put a strain on your appliances. […]

The Beauty of Appliance Repair Over Appliance Replacement

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The need for comprehensive appliance repair services is something all of us should keep in mind. At Capital Appliance Repair, you can come to us for any repair needs you may have with the appliances in your home. Our experience covers all kinds of makes and models, and we can also help you with maintenance […]

Clean your appliances naturally

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When the holidays approach, we tend to focus as much on cleaning as we do decorating. The main reason being that we often welcome a number of guests during the festive season and we want our homes to look their best. In addition, if you clean your home from top to bottom before the holidays, […]

Don’t make these common fridge mistakes

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With the holidays just around the corner, our refrigerators are about to work harder than they do throughout the year. All the more reason to take extra special care of this essential appliance and make sure that you avoid making these common mistakes. Forget to shut the door In a moment of haste, it’s easy […]

Fridge Maintenance Tips And Ideas

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When the power goes out, we get a striking reminder of how much we rely on our refrigerators. Our fridges represent one of the most important appliances in the kitchen. In fact, you could make a pretty good case that it is the most important appliance in the kitchen. Try to see how much you […]

Top 7 Most Common Fridge Issues

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Considering how many different elements conspire to keep your fridge and freezer running smoothly, it isn’t surprising that when something goes wrong, several different possibilities are often in play. This can get pretty frustrating. However, a lot of this frustration is simply born out of not knowing as much about our fridges as we should. […]

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