10 Kitchen Hazards to Avoid this Holiday Season

Chances are, you will be spending more time than usual in the kitchen during this holiday season. With company visiting and additional food prep for holiday meals, the “hub of the home” will likely be the busiest part of the home.

Appliance Rescue Service in Dallas, Texas wants you to stay safe this holiday season. While we love being in the kitchen, we also know this room can be dangerous! Here are the top 10 kitchen hazards to avoid this holiday season:

1.   Burns

We’ve all done it. You either tried to grab a dish before it cooled from the oven, had hot oil splash on you from the cooktop, or maybe you just accidently touched the edge of the oven. Whatever the case may be, kitchen burns can be avoided. Use splash guards when cooking on the cooktop and always use oven mitts around the oven.

2.   Knife Injuries

Even the cook with the steadiest hand can make a mistake. Take your time to carefully chop fruits and veggies and always point the blade away from yourself.

3.   Unattended Cooktop

Kitchen fires are one of the most disastrous kitchen hazards. Keep all flammable materials away from the cooktop (particularly if you use a gas cooktop) and never leave the kitchen when the cooktop is on.

4.   Contamination

Food-borne pathogens can wreck havoc on the body and can be avoided. Wash hands often while cooking and never go from prepping raw meat to another task without fully cleaning and disinfecting the entire workspace. Cutting boards are a big culprit, and the minute you start seeing deep grooves in the board where bacteria can hide, throw them out.

5.   Kitchen Chemicals

Child safety locks are essential when storing chemicals – such as cleaning products – in the kitchen. Makes sure all access points are shut off from children and pets.

6.   Spills

A wet floor can be dangerous and cause slips and falls. If you spill something, clean it up immediately so that you don’t forget about it.

7.   Hot Peppers

Hot peppers can burn skin and the oils can get in your eyes and be very painful. Always wear gloves and safety goggles when preparing hot peppers like jalapeños.

8.   Overstocked Pantry

Beware of cabinets or even a refrigerator overflowing with food! Organize food so that there is no chance a jar or other heavy objects can fall out and land on someone’s foot.

9.   Falling

Falls can happen for a number of reasons, but a sudden fall in the kitchen can cause you to drop something breakable, bump a knife, or hit something on the cooktop. Take every precaution not to climb on anything unstable that can increase risk of falling.

10.                 Greasy Range Hood

Range hoods accumulate grease from cooking, and without proper range hood cleaning, that grease can start a fire when you least expect it. Look in your owner’s manual for proper cleaning instructions.

Want to have your oven, cooktop, or range inspected for issues? Have a Dallas appliance repair? Call Appliance Rescue Service – the best appliance repairman in the Metroplex - for a full inspection. 

Luxury Appliance Repair Doesn't have to Cost a Fortune

Luxury, high-end appliances come with a higher up front cost, but you know you are buying a quality appliance that will last for years to come. If for some reason your high-end appliance needs repair, who do you call? Are you anxious to call the manufacturer for fear it will cost a fortune?

These are all valid questions and Appliance Rescue Service in Dallas, Texas can help!

Appliance Rescue services all appliances – even high-end repairs.

Luxury appliance repair takes extra training, as many of these appliances have European parts or proprietary components that are not typical of a standard appliance. And when you call someone to fix your investment, you want to know they are up to the task.   

At Appliance Rescue, our technicians are rigorously trained to handle all appliance brands including Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking, Thermador, Bosch, Fisher-Paykel, Asko, Dacor, Gaggenau, and Miele. And we don’t just work on these appliances; we do the work right the first time.

There is no “up charge” for luxury appliances.

Just because you have luxury appliances doesn’t mean you should have to pay extra for repairs! Our technicians will diagnosis the issue and give you a full estimate for all repairs before performing any work. You’ll find our prices to be fair and honest – whether it’s a luxury appliance issue or not.

Our 90 day warranty is good for all appliance repairs.

All of our Dallas appliance repairs – refrigerators, ovens, cooktops, dishwashers, etc. – all qualify for our 90-day warranty. Sense there is still an issue with your high-end appliance? Call us immediately, and we’ll fix it free of charge. It’s as simple as that.

Should your high-end appliance need repair, you know you can trust the technicians at Appliance Rescue Service, proudly serving Dallas, Richardson, Plano, Garland, Wylie, Rowlett, Carrollton, Frisco, and the greater Dallas area.

Because high-end appliance repair should not cost a fortune.

Why Our Customers Love Appliance Rescue!

At Appliance Rescue, we love feedback. Really, we do. It helps us know how we’re doing, what areas we are excelling in, and what areas could use some improvement.

What we really, really love is when we receive positive feedback from satisfied customers who want to tell their friends about Appliance Rescue Service and keep coming back year-after-year with their business.

We’ve been fortunate to receive quite a few of these reviews over the years, and here are just a few reasons why our customers love bringing their appliance repair issues to Appliance Rescue:

“Appliance Rescue technicians are exceptionally professional and courteous. They clean up from their work. Any costs are clearly explained. Appliance Rescue would be my first call if I ever had a repair issue.” – Nedra in Richardson, Texas

We’re proud that our customers see how talented our technicians are! Each technician goes through rigorous training on all the major appliance brands – Whirlpool, Maytag, Bosch, Samsung, etc. – and can speak confidently about what the issues are before any work is done. Our guys will answer any questions you have about the Dallas appliance repair; they’ll even offer up tips for how to better maintain the appliance in the future!

“They were polite and punctual. I would recommend their service to anyone needing repairs.” – Beverly in Wylie, Texas

When you call Appliance Rescue Service for your appliance repair, you don’t have to worry about when we’ll arrive or if our technician will arrive when he says he will. We know many companies offer a “window of service” and you have to set aside half your day to take care of an issue, but expect our technicians to operate differently. Our technicians pride themselves on punctuality and strong communication from start to finish.

“I have used Appliance Rescue Service for about 6 or 7 years, and I like that they are very nice people who do exactly what they tell you they will do.” – Suzanne in Dallas, Texas

Repeat business is always a sign we are dong something right, and we are proud to have many customers who have become friends over the years due to their repeat business. With Appliance Rescue there is no “run around.” We present all estimates before any work is done, talk you through the work to be done, and then only perform work when you say go. Pure and simple.

These are just a few of the stellar customer reviews we’ve received recently. Thank you to all of our customers for their loyalty and referrals! If you are in need of appliance repair in Dallas, give Appliance Rescue a call today to see the difference!

Appliance Rescue Service Named One of the Best Appliance Repairmen in Dallas!

Expertise.com has just released their list of the Top 16 Dallas Appliance Repairmen for 2016, and Appliance Rescue Service is proud to be on that list!

Expertise.com is a leader in, as they say, “connecting people with the experts in their community.” Why spend hours researching the best appliance repairman, roofer, painter, photographer, etc. when you can use a vetted resource like Expertise to do the work for you?!

Expertise started with a list of 266 home appliance repair companies in Dallas and was quickly able to narrow their field to the top 112. From there, they used the following in-depth analysis of each of the 112 companies to determine their final 16:

·      Reputation: Are the customers satisfied with the work done? Would they recommend them to others? Are there signs of outstanding customer service?

·      Credibility: Is this company staying ahead of the industry in terms of awards, accolades, accreditations, and licensing?

·      Experience: Is there a track record of success, with years of experience under their belt?

·      Availability: How is the customer response rate? Are they consistently exceeding expectations in their responsiveness?

·      Professionalism: Can we count on this business to provide a professional experience to its customers, both online and off?

·      Engagement? Do they use multiple platforms to communicate and provide customer service to customers?

After each company was measured against these 6 criteria, Expertise narrowed it down to it’s final 16, the 2016 Best Home Appliance Companies in Dallas.

Appliance Rescue Service is proud to be among the elite repairmen in Dallas and thanks each of our loyal customers for your support and feedback over the years!

Our goal is to provide the best customer service in town, along with the best appliance repairs in town. Give us a call today if you need washing machine, dryer, oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, or any major appliance repair.

Is your Whirlpool or Kenmore Washing Machine Eligible for a Rebate?

Earlier this summer, Whirlpool Inc. and Sears settled several class action lawsuits requiring them to payout for various models of front-loading washing machines manufactured 2001 – 2010. Consumers began to complain about a moldy, mildew smell that came from the washing machines, and eventually, several lawsuits were made against manufacturers regarding these issues. The full list of included washing machines can be found here, sold under brand names Whirlpool, Maytag, and Kenmore.

What do I do if my model was affected?

If your Whirlpool, Kenmore, or Maytag front loader washing machine was a part of the recall, you simply need to visit washersettlement.com, print the necessary paperwork, and then mail it in no later than October 11, 2016. And good news – even if you no longer have your receipt, you can still claim the rebate with the model and serial number in hand.

What can I expect from my rebate?

Depending on your issue, the claim can vary. Here are some examples of what’s being offered:

·      Owners with issues are entitled to $50 rebate or 20% off a new washer or dryer purchase.

·      No problems but front loader is on the list? 5% rebate on a brand new washer, dryer, or laundry set.

·      Paid for front-loading washing machine repairs? The suit is refunding up to $500 in expenses from appliance repair companies or replacement washing machines. Note: you will need to have proof of expenses incurred.

You have about 2 months left to claim your rebate! And if you are still having issues with these and any other front loader washing machines, give Appliance Rescue in Dallas, Texas a call today!  We service all brands of washing machines including Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, LG, Samsung, and more. We pride ourselves on having the best customer service in Dallas; let us show you the Appliance Rescue difference!

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