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Most washer problems show clear warning signs before they become expensive breakdowns. Here are 5 signs your washing machine needs repair — and when to call a pro in Denton, TX.

A proper workbench setup makes appliance repair faster and more professional, whether you are working in a shop or handling secondary repairs on pulled units. This video covers the Harbor Freight 5 inch bench vise alongside the Wetols rivet nut tool and shows how both earn their place in an appliance repair setup. Why aContinue reading “Harbor Freight 5″ Bench Vise + Wetols Rivet Nut Tool — Appliance Repair Shop Setup”

Control board repairs are becoming more common in appliance repair as replacement boards get more expensive and harder to source. A good desoldering iron lets you replace individual components on a board instead of swapping the whole thing. Here is our real-world test of the YIHUA 929D-V electric desoldering iron. Why Component-Level Board Repair MattersContinue reading “YIHUA 929D-V Desoldering Iron Review — Is It Worth It for Appliance Repair?”

Whether you are just getting started in appliance repair or looking to upgrade your kit, having the right tools makes every job faster, cleaner, and more profitable. This video walks through the complete list of tools we rely on daily at S&W Service and Repair. Essential Diagnostic Tools Digital multimeter (Fluke or Klein preferred) forContinue reading “The Best Appliance Repair Tools — Our Complete Kit Breakdown”

After years of appliance repair calls, two tools have become non-negotiables in my bag. I reach for them on almost every single job. This video breaks down exactly what they are and why they earn their spot every day. Why Your Tool Setup Directly Affects Your Profit In appliance repair, wasted time on a jobContinue reading “The Two Appliance Repair Tools I Always Carry on Every Job”

Brazing is one of the most critical skills in sealed system appliance repair, and having the right torch makes all the difference. This video covers how to use a turbo torch for appliance repair brazing, including tips for clean, leak-free joints every time. What Is Brazing and When Do You Need It? Brazing is aContinue reading “How to Use a Turbo Torch for Appliance Repair Brazing”

A total tub failure on a GE dishwasher is one of the more dramatic appliance failures you’ll encounter — and knowing what it looks like can save you from a flooded kitchen. In this short video, we show you exactly what this failure mode looks like in real life. What Is a “Total Tub Failure”?Continue reading “What a GE Dishwasher Total Tub Failure Looks Like — and What to Do”

A failed control board on a GE slide-in range can cause everything from a dead display to erratic burner behavior to an oven that won’t heat at all. In this video, we walk through a real GE slide-in range control board replacement so you know exactly what’s involved. Signs Your GE Range Control Board HasContinue reading “GE Slide-In Range Control Board Replacement — What It Involves”

If your gas oven won’t heat but the stovetop burners work fine, a weak or failed bake igniter is almost certainly the problem. In this video, we replace igniter part number 530935066 and walk through the full process. Here’s everything you need to know. How to Confirm the Igniter Is the Problem Turn on theContinue reading “Gas Oven Igniter Replacement (Part 530935066) — The DIY Guide”

If your wall oven is running significantly colder than the set temperature, you might assume the bake element or temperature sensor is to blame. But there’s a less obvious culprit that gets missed all the time — the convection blower motor. In this video, we diagnose a wall oven using part W10550508 and show exactlyContinue reading “Wall Oven Running Cold? The W10550508 Blower Problem Most Techs Miss”