Why Does Your Fridge, Washer, or Oven Smell? Common Causes & How to Fix Them

About Us

At Universal Appliance Repair, our experience puts us above the competition in terms of home appliance maintenance and repair. For over 20 years, we’ve been providing exceptional appliance services to the Los Angeles area. With the hard work of our professional repair technicians, we’ve led the industry in quality and efficiency.

We understand that success lies in a satisfied client base; it is because of this that we reward our repeat clients with a membership in our popular loyalty program which give discounts off future repairs.

RAPID RESPONSE

SCHEDULE SERVICE NOW

800.387.2011

* required field missing

Fullname Phone Address Choose a Date

Email City Zip Time

Choose Appliance

Code

Message Sent!

Why Does Your Fridge, Washer, or Oven Smell? Common Causes & How to Fix Them

Published: September 10, 2025

Strange appliance smells in your home can be irritating and sometimes concerning. Most of the time, the cause of the smells can be trapped food, moisture, mold, and small drainage and ventilation issues. These issues are most common in kitchens and l [...]

How to Get Rid of Food Disposal Smells: A Homeowner’s Guide

Published: August 20, 2025

If your kitchen has a lingering bad smell, the culprit is most likely the sink, specifically the garbage disposal unit. Garbage disposal smells are caused by a variety of reasons, such as grease accumulation, rotten food, or bacteria trapping food re [...]

ESS PASS 73-How to Get Rid of Food Disposal Smells

Why Your Oven Burns One Side of the Food (and How to Stop It)

Published: July 30, 2025

When your oven burns one side of your food while leaving the other side undercooked, the problem is usually uneven oven heating. A heating element that is malfunctioning, blocked airflow, misaligned racks, or a malfunctioning convection fan are all p [...]

72-Why Your Oven Burns One Side of the Food

What to Do Before Your Appliance Technician Arrives

Published: July 12, 2025

Your day can be thrown off completely when an appliance stops functioning, whether it be a malfunctioning fridge or an oven that isn't heating up. Getting the appliance fixed properly and promptly is a top priority. Your appliance can be fixed quickl [...]

Summer Appliance Maintenance Checklist for 2025

Published: July 11, 2025

Living in Southern California during the Summer means hotter kitchens, extra chores, and laundry machines that never seem to stop. All of the seasonal changes can take a toll on appliances, making malfunctions more likely if they are not properly mai [...]

ESS PASS 68-Summer Appliance Maintenance Checklist for 2025

We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.