The GS Blog
Honest appliance advice from the people who fix them
Practical tips from the GS engineers — what you can safely check yourself, when to call us, and how to get the most out of your appliances.
13 July 2026 · 4 min read
Tumble dryer not heating? Start here — and one check that matters for safety
A tumble dryer running cold is one of the most common faults we repair. Filters, airflow, the reset button — and the lint check every dryer owner should do.
Read the post13 July 2026 · 4 min read
Fridge freezer not cooling? Six things to check today
Warm fridge or thawing freezer? A Colchester appliance engineer's six checks — settings, seals, ventilation and ice build-up — and when to book a repair fast.
Read the post13 July 2026 · 4 min read
Oven not heating up? What to check before you call an engineer
A GS Appliance engineer's guide to an oven that won't heat — the clock trick most people miss, the classic fan-element fault, and when to book a repair.
Read the post1 July 2026 · 4 min read
Washing machine not draining? Five checks before you call an engineer
A Colchester appliance engineer's five quick checks for a washing machine that won't drain — and how to tell when it's time to book a repair.
Read the post15 June 2026 · 5 min read
Is it worth repairing my oven, or should I replace it?
How GS Appliance engineers decide whether an oven is worth repairing — honest rules of thumb on age, parts and cost from a repair-first, family-run Essex firm.
Read the post20 May 2026 · 4 min read
How often should you have your oven professionally cleaned?
GS Appliance's oven cleaning team on how often a professional clean makes sense, what it involves, and the signs your oven is overdue.
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