Don Vlastuin
Don & Pete opened A-Tech Appliance Service in September 2000. Don's expertise is in residential appliance service, and he has been training Arkansas appliance technicians for over 2 decades. He also serves as a Board Member for the United Appliance Servicers Association and provides support to other appliance repair companies across North America eager to learn how to provide excellent service.
Your laundry system is the thread that keeps your multitasking schedule tightly stitched. You toss your clothes in the washer with detergent, transfer the clothes to the dryer, and bingo – fresh, clean laundry. If your unit won’t start, your...
A washer that won’t spin can leave soaking wet clothes and lots of questions in its wake. Why is my LG front load washer not spinning? Too much detergent may cause an abundance of suds that halts the spin cycle....
Despite its convenience, a refrigerator ice maker not making enough ice or overflowing with too much can be common problems. Why is my GE refrigerator ice maker overflowing? If your home’s water pressure is too low, the ice maker will...
While wiping the shelves and polishing the exterior can help a refrigerator look its best, cleaning its coils is key to optimum function. Wondering how to clean refrigerator coils? Using an appliance brush and a vacuum’s upholstery attachment can get...
It’s hard to enjoy the convenience of a refrigerator’s ice and water dispenser if it doesn’t respond to your commands. Why is my Whirlpool refrigerator not dispensing water or ice? The water filter may be incorrectly installed or in need...
When you find yourself towel-drying every item, you may wonder, “Why does my dishwasher not dry the dishes anymore?” Loading errors can limit air circulation, leaving dishes wet. Learn more reasons for a Whirlpool dishwasher not drying dishes and the...
A washer filled with soaking wet clothes and a puddle of water is not how a typical wash cycle should end. How do you fix a washing machine that won’t drain? First, check the drain hose for kinks or clogs...
Vent cleaning is an important part of dryer maintenance that not only creates more efficient operation but prevents serious problems. How do you clean a dryer vent, and how often should it be done? Every 6-12 months, wash the lint...
Whether you have multiple guests or a party of two, cooking a holiday meal can seem daunting. So how to make Christmas dinner easy but still special? Tricks like making mashed potatoes in advance and keeping them warm in your...