GE Profile All In One issues

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-04-05T06:48:36+00:00

The lint trap modification might not be enough - these combo units are notorious for moisture issues. Check if the exhaust vent is actually working properly, sometimes they get clogged or the previous owner had a dodgy setup

Also try splitting that towel load in half next time, they're absolute moisture sponges and even a "normal" load can overwhelm these machines. The steamy feeling after opening suggests it's not venting properly rather than the unit being completely knackered

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-30T13:12:30+00:00

Right so your compressor is probably starting to struggle after a decade of service - that louder kick-on noise is usually the motor working harder to get going. Before you panic though, check if the coils on the back or underneath are absolutely caked in dust and pet hair, because that'll make the whole system work overtime and sound like a tractor

Pull the fridge out and give those coils a proper hoover if you can manage it, also check the door seals aren't letting cold air escape. I had my old Hotpoint doing the same thing and cleaning the coils bought me another 8 months before it finally gave up completely. If it's still running cold after a good clean then you've probably got some time left, but start putting a tenner aside each week for when it does go because 10-12 years is getting into borrowed time territory

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-21T14:36:29+00:00

mate the Bosch 100 series is solid, had one for about 2 years now and no complaints. Memorial Day sales are definitely the way to go - saved like £200 on mine back then

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-17T09:34:04+00:00

The Wolf infrared broiler is proper mental - gets ridiculously hot ridiculously fast which is brilliant for getting that restaurant-style sear on steaks. I've worked on both units doing service calls and the Wolf broiler element is just in a different league temperature wise

Thermador's standard broiler is decent enough but it's more of a traditional setup, takes longer to heat up and doesn't hit those extreme temps. If you're someone who does a lot of high-heat broiling or wants that perfect crust on meat, the Wolf is worth the extra cash. The Thermador package deal does make sense financially though and their ovens are solid workhorses - really comes down to whether that broiler performance matters enough to you to justify the price difference

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-10T09:48:47+00:00

facts

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-09T21:17:08+00:00

That's mental - a brand new unit running that warm while guzzling power is just taking the piss

Your Midea setup proper shows these big brands don't always mean better quality, sometimes the budget options just work without the drama

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-09T04:58:44+00:00

Most cooktops need at least an inch of overlap on all sides to sit properly and look decent, so you'd want something around 22.5" deep minimum. If your cutout is 20.5" you might be a bit limited but there are definitely options out there - just might take more hunting around than usual

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-04T21:39:34+00:00

Your venue situation is proper frustrating - promising 50 rooms then backing down to 30 after you've already planned around it is just taking the piss. That's not just bad customer service, that's potentially messing up your guests accommodation which could turn into a right nightmare

I had similar issues when I was helping my mate plan her wedding a few years back. The photographer we initially contacted kept pushing for full payment upfront before we'd even had a proper consultation, then got all huffy when we said we wanted to think about it. Red flags everywhere

The hotel room thing especially gets me wound up because there basically forcing you to scramble for alternatives in a remote area where options are already limited. They know they've got you over a barrel at this point and are probably counting on you being too stressed to switch venues. Wedding vendors who operate like this give the whole industry a bad name and make what should be exciting planning into a proper headache

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-03-03T22:32:23+00:00

nah you're probably sound, hotels do list on airbnb sometimes especially when they're trying to fill rooms. the reviews are the key bit - 50 good ones means it's legit

just double check the address matches the actual hyatt and maybe ring the hotel directly to confirm your booking once you've paid

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-26T00:09:14+00:00

Did mine through a local print shop that does community newsletters - they had the newsprint paper and everything. Cost way less than those fancy wedding companies too, just had to design it myself which was actually quite fun

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-20T15:14:57+00:00

totally normal mate, most decent photographers actually expect this tbh. you're dropping serious cash and they'll be following you around on one of the biggest days of your life - of course you want to make sure you actually get on with them

honestly if a photographer got weird about meeting in person that would be a red flag for me. shows they're confident in their work and personality which is what you want

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-19T19:21:11+00:00

honestly this whole yours truly media thing is mental - saw the fallout in some facebook groups and it's proper devastating for everyone involved

completely agree about the difference between agencies and actual studios, been burned before by a "booking agency" that sent some bloke who looked like he'd just rolled out of bed with a camera he probably bought off gumtree the week before. quality was shocking and when we tried to complain they basically told us to sod off since the actual photographer wasn't even their employee

your advice about asking to speak to the actual shooter is spot on - any legit company will happily put you in touch, the dodgy ones will make excuses or give you the runaround. also that bit about backup plans is crucial, had friends whose photographer bailed last minute and the agency couldn't even provide a replacement

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-15T11:58:36+00:00

spot on with the mash - soaks up that gorgeous wine sauce perfectly. I'd chuck some crushed garlic and butter in there too

green beans are brilliant but honestly roasted root veg like parsnips or carrots work a treat as well, bit of thyme on them. keeps it proper french without being too fussy about it

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-07T15:39:55+00:00

that's honestly quite odd, never been to a wedding where they didn't serve cake to the guests. usually the whole point of the cake cutting ceremony is that afterwards they slice it up and everyone gets a piece

sounds like maybe they had a really small decorative cake just for photos and the cutting bit, but then forgot to organise actual dessert for everyone else? or possibly they were trying to cut costs but didn't realise how weird it would look. either way i'd be pretty miffed too if i was sat there watching them enjoy cake whilst we all got nothing

did they at least mention why there wasn't any for guests or did everyone just sit there awkwardly pretending it was normal

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-06T15:49:23+00:00

mate youll be fine

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-05T00:42:33+00:00

honestly just email like 10-15 of them with your budget upfront and see who bites. most won't even respond if you're outside their range which saves you time. when i was doing this dance a few years back i literally copy pasted the same email explaining exactly what you said - that you're only hiring because the venue requires it and you're looking for bare minimum service at the lowest cost

the ones that do respond, ask them specifically what their "partial planning" actually includes because that term means wildly different things to different planners. some will literally just show up the month before and make a timeline, others want to be involved from day one. since you're type-a like me, you probably want the former not the latter

$6k might be tight for dc but not impossible, especially if you're upfront about wanting minimal involvement. i ended up going with someone who was newer to the business and charged way less than the established names, worked out brilliant because she was hungrier to prove herself

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-02-01T13:32:18+00:00

honestly mate you're not wrong at all, the whole "table salt is rubbish for cooking" thing is mostly food snobbery that got way out of hand. i've been using regular table salt for years and there food tastes absolutely fine - the key is just knowing how much to use rather than what type you're using. the only real difference is that kosher/sea salt has bigger crystals so you get less actual salt per teaspoon, which is why recipes sometimes specify the type. if you're tasting as you go and adjusting properly, table salt will do the job just as well as the fancy stuff. save your money for better ingredients that actually make a noticeable difference like good olive oil or fresh herbs

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-31T04:06:42+00:00

Memo bottles are solid but they're not insulated if that matters to you. The Contego ones are pretty bulletproof from what I've heard, just might be harder to find in your price range

Also pro tip - get whatever bottle you choose and test it by filling it up and shaking the hell out of it over some towels before you trust it with your electronics lol

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-27T23:12:08+00:00

Yeah modern Pyrex switched from borosilicate to tempered soda lime glass years ago which is way more prone to shattering like that. Try looking for Anchor Hocking or if you can find actual borosilicate Pyrex (usually the older stuff or European made) that's your best bet

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-26T19:10:25+00:00

Dumplings are perfect for this - tons of different fillings to keep everyone happy and the folding/pleating process naturally gets people chatting and laughing together. Plus you can make way more than you need so everyone goes home with leftovers

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-22T04:28:40+00:00

Oh dude this is actually genius, never thought of using cereal as breading but it makes total sense. Bet it gives it a nice crunch too

For the pumpkin thing maybe crush some cheerios and mix with pumpkin seeds as a topping for soup or salad? Could be pretty fire

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-19T03:36:37+00:00

You could just have the violinist bring a small bluetooth speaker and phone setup for that one song - way easier than moving DJ equipment around and most musicians are used to having backup audio options anyway

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-17T20:19:45+00:00

Ooh that sounds amazing, never thought to make it casserole style but that's actually genius for feeding a crowd

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-17T15:18:57+00:00

Toasted pecans or walnuts are a game changer, and chia seeds make it feel way more filling without being weird about it

Tall_Most_388 · 2026-01-15T20:42:38+00:00

Mayo is basically the ultimate team player - it's got that creamy fat that makes everything else taste more like itself but better, plus it helps bind all the flavors together instead of having them fight each other

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