Even the least domestic among us can appreciate the seriousness of a damaged dishwasher or a fridge that’s more hot than cold. Surface cleaning will keep your kitchen and utility room looking good, but you need to take the extra step of performing routine maintenance in order to prolong your appliances’ lives. Following these tips may help you avoid repair or replacement costs: Refrigerator Gaskets (the flexible seals around the edges of the refrigerator door) that are ill-fitting, sticky or torn can let cool air out and warm air in — and ruin your food in the process. Wipe down [...]