Texas Dryer Repair Pro’s Tips for Finding the Most Energy Efficient Machine

Dryer Repair Las Cruces New Mexico

Dryer Repair Las Cruces

Scrimping and saving is something we’ve all been doing a little bit more of these days. Thankfully, there are ways to do it without feeling put out. One of them is taking the time to shop around for the most energy efficient laundry appliances on the market. Having been in the dryer repair business for more than 37 years, we’ve formulated a few thoughts on the subject:

In our experience, it is widely accepted that gas dryers tend to quickly reach temperatures higher than that of their electric counterparts. Thus, our customers can often get away with using shorter drying cycles, which will undeniably save them money. This is especially the case if the person also happens to be using a washer with a high spin speed. That’s because they tend to remove a lot of moisture from a load of wash.

But of course not all gas dryers are created equal. Therefore, it’s best to narrow down one’s choices to dryers that have an Energy Factor rating of 2.67 or better and key features. Ones that our dryer repair pros would suggest being on the lookout for are the following:

• Large Load Capabilities/Removable Racks
• Delayed Start/Timer Combination
• Lint Filter Monitoring System
• Moisture Sensor/Auto Dry
• Noise Reducing Insulation
• Cool-Down Cycle
• Dual Heating Elements
• Smart Usage Tracking
• Remote Control Start/Stop

Each one has the ability to help the dryer be more efficient and effective over time. So ideally, the more energy saving features the appliance has, the easier it will be to look at the gas bill without cringing too much. Plus, it pays to consult with our dryer repair pros regarding the installation process and routine maintenance. To arrange an initial meeting with one of our team members about these topics and others, please contact us online or call (575) 636-2009.

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SoBellasAppliance Repair Las Cruces New Mexico

1300 G El Paseo #203

Las Cruces, NM  88001

575-636-2009

3 Reasons Machine Drying Rubber-Soled Sneakers Could Lead to Dryer Repair

Las Cruces Dryer Repair Services

Las Cruces Dryer Repair

There’s no doubt about it. You love your rubber-soled sneakers and it shows. Unfortunately, it’s been showing a wee bit too much these days and now they’re in desperate need of laundering. So you remove the insoles and wash them first. Then you remove the laces, wash them by hand and brush off the loose dirt from the sneakers’ sides before tossing them into the washer. A run through the cold-water delicate cycle gets the sneakers sparkling clean without warping them but now they’ll need to be dried. Well, before you throw them into the machine, our dryer repair pros want you to stop and think. Here are three compelling reasons why:

1.) Spontaneous Combustion

Believe it or not, when the materials used to manufacture some brands of shoes are heated to certain temperatures, spontaneous combustion could occur. Yes, your beloved sneakers have the potential to burst into flames and cause a dryer fire. Some of the factors that may elevate the risk of this happening are dirty lint vents or clogged dryer ducts, the presence of trace contaminates in the fabrics and the temperature limits of the materials used in the sneakers’ manufacture.

2.) Melting and Warping

That brings us to the second reason why our dryer repair pros want you to refrain from tossing those kicks into the machine, melt temperatures. Nowadays, there are a variety of man made and synthetic materials that are used to manufacture sneakers and not all of them can withstand high temperatures. As a matter of fact, most will melt or warp when heated to temperatures that fall in the 100 to 347 degree Fahrenheit range. For proof, remember that last year a runner in Death Valley ended up with melted sneakers after letting the hot pavement make contact with the footwear during his normal run. Something similar also happened at the 2014 Australia Open.

3.) Shrink and Become Brittle

If the sneakers don’t burst into flames, melt or warp, they could shrink, crack or turn brittle. That’s because some sneakers contain elements like real or faux leather, which don’t respond well to heat either. So in other words, you’re favorite sneakers will end up clean, dry and ready for the trash. To learn more about this hot topic and others items that could prompt a call for dryer repair, please contact us at SoBellas Home Services Appliance Repair today.

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SoBellasAppliance Repair Las Cruces New Mexico

1300 G El Paseo #203

Las Cruces, NM  88001

575-636-2009

Dryer Repair Pro’s Tips for Keeping Baby’s Clothes Intact and Looking Good

Las Cruces Dryer Repair

Las Cruces Dryer Repair

Every summer, the U.S. Department of Agriculture typically releases a report that examines the costs associated with raising children in the United States. In 2014, their research showed that on average, it will cost today’s new parents more than $245,000 to help each of their newborns reach the age of majority. At least 6% of that money will go towards clothing. Now 6% may not seem like a lot at first, but it is one area where parents may easily cut costs. For example, they could take steps to ensure that the clothing they purchase survives the washer and dryer. So with that in mind, our dryer repair pros wanted to share the following tips:

Pay close attention to the care labels that traditionally come attached to baby’s clothing. Not all of the materials used in today’s baby clothes are suitable for placement in a washer or dryer. For example, there are labels on some baby outfits that read, “Do Not Tumble Dry.” That’s typically there for one of two reasons. First, either the clothes will shrink or melt when exposed to high heat. Second, they have attachments (e.g. crotch snaps) that have a tendency to fall off or get caught onto other objects during the tumbling process. When that happens, the clothes may rip, stretch or otherwise fall apart.

In some cases, it may be possible to dry delicate baby clothes using special racks that are meant to either go inside or outside of the dryer. In other circumstances, turning baby’s tiny clothes inside out and placing them into a mesh dryer bag or hanging them outside on a line may do the trick. If you do decide to line dry baby’s clothes, be on the lookout for pollen and other airborne irritants that may have gotten onto the items in the process. They could irritate baby’s skin or respiratory system. If you find any traces of organic debris, rewash the clothes and then hang them up inside to dry instead.

Due to the flame-resistant nature of baby clothes, it’s a good idea to avoid fabric softeners as well. Why? They have a tendency to degrade the fire resistant chemicals used to treat baby clothes in the first place. Plus, some of the chemicals used in fabric softeners may irritate baby’s skin too and who wants that to happen?

Finally, before placing baby clothes into the dryer, give them a quick once-over. If any stains are present, don’t put them into the dryer just yet. Otherwise, the high heat will likely render them permanent. Instead, go back to the drawing board and try to remove as much of the stains as possible. Sometimes, taking those types of actions early on will truly help make baby’s clothes hand-me-down worthy instead of rag bag items.

To speak with our dryer repair pros and find out more about keeping laundry related disasters down to a minimum, please contact us today.

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Las Cruces, NM  88001

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Rely on Maytag Appliance Repair Pros to Help Winterize Vacation Homes

Appliance Repair Las Cruses for Vacation Homes 

Appliance Repair for the Winter

Sadly, it’s almost time to close up those vacation homes for the winter months. And that bittersweet task should include winterizing the properties’ appliances. Remember, appliances plug into vacation homes’ important systems, which are often tied to local service providers. Examples include gas, electric and water companies. So at the very least, those companies will need to shut off service until spring.

Maytag appliance repair companies have the ability to assist vacationers with winterization tasks too. First and foremost, they can help drain appliances of fluids that may freeze up during the cold weather. Drainage is essential because frozen fluids will expand and contract, which could damage appliances’ internal plumbing. Second, Maytag appliance repair businesses can check other substances and materials that have a tendency to respond poorly to cold weather. For instance, when exposed to prolong cold, motor oils and grease may begin to thicken or solidify. As a result, they are apt to breakdown as well as gum up or degrade any parts that they routinely come into contact with during normal use.

Third, service professionals can work with utility service providers to help ensure that electrical components won’t cause fires while homeowners are away. Our Maytag team can check the appliances’ inner workings as well as the utility feed to the point of entry. The utility service provider can then check the remaining portion of the delivery system before shutting it down for the winter. Afterward, any fire risk should be completely mitigated.

Fourth, Maytag experts can take steps to prevent animals and the winter elements from entering vacation homes through appliance ventilation systems. Obviously, it is crucial to keep those two things out of vacation homes. After all, the animals can chew internal components and moisture may cause fungal growth or electrical shortages. To learn more about why Maytag appliance repair companies should be called in to help winterize vacation homes, please contact SoBellas Appliance Repair.

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Las Cruses, NM 88001

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Washer Repair Pro Discusses High-Efficiency Machine Dos and Don’ts

High-efficiency washing machines are one of the products that our washer repair pros encounter during their normal course of business. And we have to say; oftentimes the problems that they’ve run across on HE washer repair calls could have been avoided. So to help our

HE Front Load Washer

Las Cruses customers out, we wanted to take a second to go over a few general do’s and don’ts:

Do make it a point to only use laundry products that are recommended by the washing machine’s manufacturer. Otherwise, you could inadvertently break the machine, void the warranty and end up with a pile of dirty clothes on your hands. Most manufacturers will list which products are safe to use with their machines in print or online owners’ manuals.

Don’t be fooled by misleading labels. Marketers know that HE washing machines are growing in popularity. Thus, many unscrupulous companies have added words like “HE compatible” to their products’ packaging. Just because the label has those words on it, doesn’t make the statement true. After all, not all HE washers are created equal. So broad terms, like “HE compatible”, are simply not going to cut it.

Do make it a point to utilize your HE washer’s maintenance cycle. It is there to help remove build-up that may occur as a result of using the machine improperly or washing exceptionally soiled clothes. If your machine does not have a maintenance cycle feature, don’t worry. Frequently, the same results may be obtained by leaving the washer empty and running it through its paces. Plus, our washer repair team can always routinely service the machine for you too. Our routine, washer maintenance calls often include cleaning the machine’s interior as needed.

Lastly, don’t use the dispenser compartments incorrectly. For example, make sure that fabric softeners are only poured into the fabric softener dispenser and that you don’t overfill the well. Otherwise, you could be calling our washing repair team a lot sooner than expected.

To learn more about properly caring for these and other washing machines, please contact us by calling (575)-636-2009. All of our washing repair experts are fully trained, insured, licensed and bonded. Same day service calls in Las Cruses, New Mexico are available in select areas.

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Sobellas Appliance Repair Las Cruses New Mexico
1300 G El Paseo #203
Las Cruses, NM 88001
575-636-2009