"Looking after electrical goods will save you money in the long term. Regular, small tasks keep appliances working efficiently and help you avoid early replacements, says Paula Higgins, the founder of the HomeOwners Alliance. Limescale can build up and be a problem on items that come in contact with water, such as kettles, washing machines and boilers. Descale kettles regularly to keep them running efficiently and lasting longer, Higgins says."
"Alternatively, you can use a product such as Waitrose's Essential Liquid Appliance Descaler, which costs 2.50. This is also useful for cleaning shower heads with certain finishes such as nickel, gold or brass. You can buy a limescale catcher that can be used to prevent buildup in water tanks and electrical water boilers for about 10. For kettles, Dunelm has a limescale collector for 1.50."
"You can extend the life of your tumble dryer by removing lint from the filters after every use pull out bits by hand or give it a wipe with a cloth. Hotpoint recommends giving the filter and its housing a deep clean every few months. You can do this by unplugging your unit and vacuuming the filter. If you don't have a thin enough nozzle for your vacuum cleaner, you can buy a lint cleaning extension kit for 7.99 on Amazon."
"Regularly top up salt and rinse aid in the dishwasher. This optimises the conditions for your dishes to be cleaned and looks after the machine. Tesco sells a 3kg bag of dishwasher salt for 3.75, and a bottle of rinse and shine aid for 4. Most newer freezers are frost-free and do not require defrosting. If yours is not, it is recommended that you defrost it once a year. Otherwise ice can build up on the walls, forcing the appliance to work harder."
Limescale builds up on appliances that contact water, including kettles, washing machines, and boilers. Descaling kettles with baking soda, lemon juice, or white vinegar keeps them efficient and extends their life. Commercial descalers and limescale catchers are available to remove or prevent buildup; examples include Waitrose's liquid descaler and kettle limescale collectors. Removing lint from tumble dryer filters after every use and deep-cleaning the filter and housing periodically preserves dryer performance. Vacuuming the filter requires a thin nozzle or a lint-cleaning extension kit. Regularly topping up dishwasher salt and rinse aid optimises cleaning. Non-frost-free freezers should be defrosted annually to prevent ice accumulation and excess energy use.
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