Daily Cleaning: Essential Habits
Establish daily cleaning routines that keep your coffee equipment in top condition. Learn the 5-minute daily checklist that prevents buildup and extends equipment lifespan significantly.
Start Daily Routine
Brewing Gear Deep Cleaning Guide
Master deep cleaning for pour-over equipment, French press, and Moka pot. Learn safe cleaning methods, what products to use, and how to remove stubborn coffee oils and mineral deposits.
Deep Clean Guide
Descaling: When, Why & How
Understand the importance of descaling for coffee machines and kettles. Learn frequency recommendations, descaling solutions, and step-by-step procedures to remove mineral buildup effectively.
Descaling Mastery
Signs Your Equipment Needs Descaling
Identify early warning signs of mineral buildup and scale formation. Learn to spot reduced water flow, unusual noises, and changes in taste that indicate it's time for descaling.
Spot the Signs
Espresso Machine Backflushing
Master the backflushing technique for espresso machines. Learn proper backflushing frequency, cleaning detergent selection, and step-by-step procedures for maintaining clean group heads and dispersion plates.
Backflush Properly
Steam Wand & Milk System Maintenance
Keep your steam wand and milk system pristine with proper cleaning techniques. Learn to prevent milk protein buildup, clean air vents, and maintain sanitized milk frothing components for consistent performance.
Clean Steam System
Gasket Replacement: When & How
Know when to replace espresso machine gaskets and seals. Learn to identify worn gaskets, select replacement parts, and perform proper installation to maintain pressure and prevent leaks.
Replace Gaskets
Grinder Cleaning: Burr & Housing Care
Maintain grinder performance with proper cleaning techniques. Learn to safely clean burrs, remove old grounds from housing, and prevent oil buildup that affects grinding consistency and flavor.
Clean Your Grinder
Burr Replacement: When & How
Know when burrs need replacement and how to install new ones safely. Learn burr lifespan indicators, proper installation techniques, and calibration after burr replacement for optimal grinding performance.
Replace Burrs
Storage & Seasonal Maintenance
Prepare your coffee equipment for storage and seasonal changes. Learn proper storage methods, winterizing techniques for Canadian climates, and maintenance schedules for equipment in storage.
Store Properly
Common Problems & Quick Fixes
Diagnose and fix common coffee equipment problems quickly. Learn troubleshooting for inconsistent extraction, temperature issues, water flow problems, and other frequent equipment challenges.
Troubleshoot Issues
Maintenance Schedule: Weekly to Annual
Create a comprehensive maintenance schedule for all your coffee equipment. From daily wipe-downs to annual professional servicing, learn the timeline that keeps equipment in peak condition.
Create Schedule