Appliances Help and Advice

Repair your dishwasher or replace your dishwasher? How much do appliance engineers usually charge for a call out? Read on to find out some helpful advice on household appliances, along with answers to a lot of the questions we’re most often asked about washing machines, dishwashers, fridges, freezers and any other white goods you have around your home.

Plus we’ve got our Ultimate First Time Buyer’s Guide, with tons of tips on how to make moving less stressful. And we’ve even got some useful advice on how to become an appliance engineer yourself, if that’s something you’re thinking about.

How to install a washing machine and what to do if it breaks down?

Posted on 02/12/2021

Do you want to find out how to install a washing machine and how to fix it if it breaks down? Get all the answers in this dedicated guide by Local Heroes.

How much does it cost to repair a washing machine in 2022?

Posted on 21/07/2021

How much to repair a washing machine in 2022? Find out the average costs of repairing common washing machine issues are and what the most common problems are.

What is the difference between gas and induction hobs?

Posted on 18/06/2021

Are induction hobs better than gas? It depends on what you’re after. Our guide on the differences between gas and induction can help you choose the right one.

Why does my oven keep tripping the electricity?

Posted on 01/06/2021

Discover why your oven might be tripping your electricity and what you can do to solve it with Local Heroes.

How to protect your house from a fire

Posted on 25/05/2021

Discover what you should do in order to protect your house from a fire with Local Heroes. Including tips on installing a smoke alarm and fire safety tips.