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 ...

When it comes to a dishwasher, you need one that will get your dishes so clean you can … eat off them, of course. Even though your dishwasher handles a good brunt of your home’s cleaning, just like ...

For best results, plan to clean your home's air filters about once a month and replace them about every six months. Be sure to check the manufacturer's instructions to determine the best way to clean ...

Unfortunately, for most of us, food residue and scraps don't just disappear. Here's what you need to do. If you never ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

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 ...

HEPA filters have become an increasingly common option in smart homes for those who really, really want to make sure they’re removing every bit of allergen or potential infectious particle. Often ...

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 ...

A microwave is far from being a home appliance that's a complete waste of money. It has a ton of uses in the kitchen, from reheating meals and thawing frozen meats to disinfecting sponges and ...