It’s the holiday season and the time of year where you will be hosting your family and friends … or going to see your family and friends to celebrate. It is also the time of year where your kitchen will be getting a work-out preparing all of your favorite holiday dishes to share with the ones that you love.

Here are 4 easy ways to prepare your appliances for the holidays…

1. Prepare The Range

Check that …

• The oven temperature is correct.
• The broil function is working.
• The burners are all lighting properly.
• The timer functions are working.

2. Prepare The Refrigerator

Check that …

• The ice maker is full of ice.
• The ice cream is hard.
• The outer sides are cool.
• There aren’t any strange noises.

3. Prepare The Dishwasher

Check that …

• The filter is clear of debris.
• Your dishes are coming out dry.
• The wash arm jets are clear.
• There aren’t any unusual sounds.

4. Prepare The Garbage Disposal

Check that …

• It drains quickly.
• There aren’t any bad odors.
• There aren’t any loud noises.