Home appliance troubleshooting
Something beeping, leaking or not working? Let’s fix it.
Clear, step-by-step guides for washers, dishwashers, fridges, ovens and smoke alarms. Start with the easy checks, and know when it’s time to call a pro.
Popular: Dishwasher not draining · Smoke detector chirping · Washer not spinning
What needs fixing?
Pick your appliance to see common problems, beeps and error codes.
Washers & Dryers
Not spinning, not draining, not heating, error codes
Dishwashers
Not draining, not cleaning, beeping mid-cycle
Fridges & Freezers
Not cooling, ice maker problems, door alarms
Ovens & Microwaves
Not heating, F-codes, constant beeping
Smoke & CO Detectors
Chirping, false alarms, what each beep means
Water Heaters & Thermostats
No hot water, flashing codes, thermostat beeps
Latest guides
- Hardwired Smoke Detector Chirping (Even With No Battery)? Fixes
Safety first: if any smoke alarm is sounding a full, loud alarm, treat it as a real fire. Get everyone out and … Read more - Washing Machine Not Draining? 8 Easy Fixes to Try
You open the lid or door and the drum is still full of soapy, grey water. A washing machine not draining is … Read more - Dryer Taking Too Long to Dry? 8 Easy Fixes
Running the same load through two or three cycles gets old fast. A dryer taking too long to dry is one of … Read more - Carbon Monoxide Detector Beeping? What 1, 4 and 5 Beeps Mean
Important: if your carbon monoxide (CO) alarm is sounding a loud, repeating alarm, treat it as a real emergency. Get everyone, including … Read more - Garbage Disposal Humming but Not Working? How to Fix It
You flip the switch and hear a low hum, but nothing spins and nothing goes down. A garbage disposal humming but not … Read more - Water Heater Leaking From the Bottom? What It Means and What to Do
Finding a puddle around the base of your water heater is stressful. Is it about to burst? Do you need a new … Read more
How our guides work
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Safe checks first
Every guide starts with the quick, free checks most people can do in minutes.
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Then the likely causes
We explain what the beep, code or symptom usually means, in plain words.
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Know when to call a pro
We tell you clearly when a repair needs a technician, so you don’t make things worse.
Safety first: always unplug an appliance or switch off its breaker before you open it. If a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm is sounding, or you smell gas, get everyone outside and call your local emergency number. Read our safety disclaimer.