Kitchen is believed to be the most important part of the home. The granite installers usually advise us to take care of our slabs, countertops etc. All of this can get really embarrassing if we don’t start looking out for things that need fixing.

Things to know about kitchen maintenance

The problems that you should pay attention to are mentioned below.

1. Leakage

The most terrible thing about leakage is that a lot of other things have to pay the price because of it. For example, the walls absorb water and their composition is severely affected. Likewise, kitchen countertops and slabs become its victim too as the constant leaks can diminish the color of these stones making them prone to damage. The cabinets you installed last month or the pull-outs you invested in, will all go down the drain if the leaks aren’t dealt with.

If your faucets are leaking continuously then clean it properly, hopefully, it will stop leaking. The best way to find out about leakage is through the mold or dampness under the sink or water in the garbage disposal. Don’t forget to check the water lines that are connected to different appliances.

2. Poor Performance of Dishwasher

If you are not quite satisfied with the washed dishes and find watermarks, residues or food particulates on them quite often then it’s time for you to do a checkup of the faucets, filters, float etc. A very old detergent or worn out dishwasher sponge can also be a huge part of the reason too. Make sure to find the right reason and then change it accordingly. According to granite installers, countertops can also use some detergent cleaning after all.

3. Abundance of Smoke

There is not denying the fact that smoke is one of the most harmful things for any living being on the planet.  Thousands of people in fire accident have died not because of fire but because of smoke. Therefore, it is your responsibility to go through your vent ducts, air filters etc for a safe environment to breathe in.

If your vent is clogged with grease or debris then hire a professional to do the cleaning. Air filters can simply be fixed by replacing their motor parts accordingly with its model. The smoke is likely to appear everywhere. If it ends up on the edges of your countertops or your tiled walls too then call granite installers immediately.

4. Dysfunctional Burners or Stoves

It can get really frustrating when the burner doesn’t turn on or the stoves don’t ignite high flames. The main reasons are believed to be clogged gas pipelines or in case of burners, non-working spark igniters. You can fix this problem simply by getting a new spark igniter and fixing it. Your burner will start burning almost immediately.

5. Loose Cabinet Doors

Cabinet doors work perfectly for the first few months but over time, they start getting weary and lose this property. The doors become loose and it takes two or more attempts for you to close them properly. This practice can be brutally annoying if done several times a day. It is embarrassing when a quartz installer comes for a regular checkup and your cabinet doors just won’t close. This problem is a pretty easy fix. All you have to do is find good lubricating material and apply it to the hinges. You can also install wood filler on the screw holes too.

6. Greasy Slabs or Surfaces

Be it a countertop or the floor, any surface that has grease all over it is unacceptable and that is a fact. It generates greasy smell, makes the surface a mess and most importantly damages your cutlery or furniture. The removal of grease might sound like a lot of work but believe us it will take you just 30 min to get rid of it. White vinegar is a great cleaning agent and together with a microfiber towel, it will make your task a lot less difficult. Make sure to clean these surfaces every 6 to 12 for neat and bacteria free surfaces. According to quartz installer, it doesn’t harbor bacteria but for the safe side make sure to clean it too.

If you are looking for bacterial and germ-free countertops then you should contact your nearest quartz installer raleigh nc now!