When was the last time you cleaned your washing machine filter? Rest assured that you're not alone if your answer is somewhere between "never" and "Does my washer even have a filter?" While you may ...

Even though appliances have replaced many of the household tasks that were once done manually—like washing dishes and clothing—that doesn’t mean they’re completely maintenance-free. For example, we ...

Your dishwasher's filter is a key contributor to the machine's cleaning effectiveness -- and the reason why pre-rinsing your dishes before loading the dishwasher is largely a thing of the past. (Still ...

Cleaning your kitchen doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Dare we say it could be fun? Welcome to BA’s Cleaning Week: Consider this your trusty guide to the nooks and crannies that you definitely are not ...

Home is meant to be a refuge, the place where we relax and feel safe from the outside world (and play video games). Your house or apartment keeps the sun and rain from making you miserable, keeps you ...

Modern dishwashers typically have a filter that requires regular cleaning, but how often should it be cleaned? I spoke to experts who laid it all out. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience ...