In her eight years as a content writer and researcher, Alison has published more than 450 home improvement articles and has delved into nearly every topic, including solar, moving and landscaping. In ...

When Dagwood Bumstead undertakes a home repair on his own in the comic strip, his wife, Blondie, must ultimately call in a professional to finish the job. For decades, poor Dagwood has battled every ...

When your washing machine breaks, how do you know whether to roll up your sleeves, work the phones to find a repair technician, or give in and swipe your Visa at the nearest appliance dealer? It’s a ...

When your washing machine breaks and dirty laundry piles up, you have to hope that the manufacturer or retailer quickly fixes the problem. But one glimpse at Consumer Reports' user reviews tells you ...

Managing a household inevitably involves upkeep, repairs, and occasional improvements. One of the most frequent dilemmas homeowners face is deciding whether to do the job themselves or consider hiring ...

Power up your search for quality appliance-repair help When looking for a repair shop, first check whether the appliance is still under warranty — if it is, you will be limited to factory-authorized ...

Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- If you're having trouble getting an appliance repaired, you're not alone. After receiving dozens of consumer complaints over the years, the Action News Troubleshooters took a ...