The onset of summer brings sunny skies and long, warm nights, but it also delivers high heat and stormy weather capable of impacting your appliances and causing them damage. Complete Appliance Service is the appliance repair expert in the Cincinnati, OH, and northern Kentucky area. They explain how storms and heat affect your appliances and some ways to keep them protected this summer season.

The high summer heat has a big influence on how efficiently your fridge and freezer run. As the temperatures increase, your appliances have to work harder to maintain their temperature. Add to that the frequent opening and closing of the doors as you help yourself to a cold drink and some ice, and the strain on your fridge increases. This impacts the parts that keep your fridge running and causes them to wear out sooner than they should, decreasing the lifespan of your appliances.

There are some steps you can take to decrease the impact high heat has on your appliances. Setting your fridge to a set temperature and not overfilling it will keep it running smoothly. Keeping the coils clean and making sure there is adequate space surrounding the fridge will allow it to let off the heat it needs to maintain its temperature and run as efficiently as it can.

With high heat also comes unpredictable weather and a rise in summer storms. They can cause power outages and brownouts. These often impact your appliances more than a full power outage because, when the voltage dips, they pull additional power, which may lead to a burnout and the need for appliance repair. One of the best things to do when you see a storm coming is to unplug any non-essential appliances. This will reduce the excess draw of power in a brownout and help avoid any damage or repair issues.

Knowing how to protect your appliances against the impact of high heat and storms will ensure that they will continue to work throughout the season. If you have any issues this summer, contact the appliance repair experts at Complete Appliance Service. Call (513) 745-0914, or visit them online for more on refrigerator, washer, and dryer repair.