Is Your Viking Oven and Range Ready for Holiday Cooking?

The holidays are almost upon us. That means you’re doing one of two things. If you’re not packing to go see friends and family, you’re most likely preparing to welcome holiday guests into your own home. If you fall into the latter category, you need to pull yourself away from your menu planning and evaluate the state of your kitchen appliances, especially your Viking oven and range. Be honest, are they really up for the challenge of helping your prepare a Chanukah or Christmas feast? You might want to consider calling a Viking appliance repair professional if you have any doubt.

It’s estimated that approximately 15% of the Los Angeles residents who stay home and cook their own holiday meals will experience some sort of appliance malfunction. For these people, the holiday is ruined. They find it very difficult to be grateful for cheese and crackers and other cold dishes when they were expecting ham, turkey, and steaming piles of mashed potatoes. Even though they’re surprised by the fact that their range let them down, when pressed, most appliance owners admit there were signs something was going to go wrong, they just didn’t pay attention.

If you use your Vikingoven and range on a regular basis, you’re already ahead. Many Los Angeles residents only use the oven a few times a year, and sitting dormant is actually quite hard on the appliance. By using your Viking oven on a regular basis, you already know how it cooks, and know that all the knobs, doors, ignition switches are working properly.

If you don’t use your Viking oven and range on a regular basis, you need to test it out. Don’t put this off. The sooner you test the Viking range and oven, the sooner you will know it works.

One of the mistakes people commonly make when it comes to their Viking oven is having unreasonable expectations. They stuff multiple items in the oven, and have all the burners going on their Viking range and expect everything to come out perfectly prepared. It never does. Yes, cooking multiple items at the same time will cut down on the amount of energy you use, but you need to be reasonable about the amount of items you stuff in the oven. You can’t overload it. Instead of trying to roast a turkey, bake three or four pies, and cook a green bean casserole at the same time, you need to look at your menu and ask yourself if there’s anything you can prepare in advance. Not only will this cut down on the amount of work your Viking oven has to do on the big day, but it also provides you with the perfect opportunity to determine just how well the oven really is working.

If you even suspect there’s a problem with your Viking oven or range, you need to get in touch with us at Ameripro Appliance Repair. We have the best Viking certified appliance repair techs in Los Angeles and use top quality parts. We’re ready and willing to provide any repairs you need. We’re available 24/7.

Simple Appliance Tips to Lower Your Energy Bill

Do you stare in horror when your electric bill arrives each month? If your energy expenses are way too high, there are a few simple things you can do to bring the price down.  By effectively maintaining your appliances, you can reduce energy costs and make your appliances last for years longer and avoid appliance repair issues.  Check out these tips to cut your energy bill this month.

Refrigerator

• Keep your refrigerator in a cool area and out of direct sunlight.
• If your refrigerator has rear external condenser coils, keep it at least a few inches away from the wall. By giving the coils a little room, air will flow better and the refrigerator won’t work as hard to stay cool.
• Don’t forget to clean the door seals at least twice per year. This will keep them from splitting, cracking, or drying out.  If you have cool air leaking around the seals, you should replace them.
• Take time to clean the external condenser coils every six months. By removing any built up dust or pet hair, you will make your refrigerator more energy efficient.
• Keep the door closed!  Don’t open it more than necessary.
• Keep your refrigerator at least halfway full. This will help it cool more efficiently.

Dryer

• Don’t forget to clean out the lint filter after every cycle.
• Only run the dryer when you have a full load of clothes ready. Set the moisture control sensor to avoid any excess dry time.
• Clean out the exhaust vent on a regular basis and make sure there are at least four inches between the dryer and the wall.

Washer

• Opt for front-loading washers. They use 70% less water!
• It saves energy when you wash clothes in cold water.
• Fill the washer to avoid wasted energy. Only wash a full load!
• Choose the high-speed spin option to get clothes dryer. This reduces drying time.

Using these simple tips, you can reduce your electric bill this month!  It only takes a few minutes to maintain your appliances, but it makes a big difference in your energy savings over the course of a year and can help you avoid needing appliance repair services in the future. 

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