ApplianceGuide

Appliance Maintenance Schedules

Daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual maintenance schedules for every category of major home appliance. Following the schedule is the single biggest factor in whether your appliances last the warranty period or last 15-20 years.

The schedules below consolidate published manufacturer guidelines across the major brands into a single per-category reference. The frequencies are conservative for typical household use — heavy users (large families, home-based businesses) should shorten the intervals, while light users (single-person households, vacation homes) can stretch them slightly. Print or bookmark the schedule for the appliances in your home and tape it inside the laundry, kitchen, or utility cabinet so it is visible when you would otherwise forget.