Go Greener Tips

Buying a big appliance such as a refrigerator, washer or dryer is a major decision. Comparison-shopping Electronic product is a must, so that you don’t end up spending more than you have to. On the other hand, don’t disregard safety, convenience and durability just to save some dollars.

Keep in mind first what features you need as well as the size and capacity that your home can accommodate. A fridge with an ice-maker or reversible door, a washer machine or dryer with sensors for blocked lint filters and humidity changes – these are great to have, but do you really need those characteristics? Remember that the price goes higher as you go up a model and more features are added.

It is always better to settle the space where you plan to put the implement before going to the shop. After all, the time to know that you need a 33-inch-wide refrigerator between the countertop and wall is before the store delivers a 36-inch model. If you are going for a built-in look for your laundry area, getting the dimensions of the cabinet that will house the washer and dryer will save you the effort and cost of replacing a wrong purchase.

Capacity is another major factor. Consider the use that the machine will get. For instance, if you have a growing family, you will need a bigger appliance compared to a couple with no children.

A refrigerator that is too big and not kept filled wastes electricity and costs more to operate, while a refrigerator that is too small wastes your time because of the constant rearranging that you have to do to make things fit. For washer dryers, it is important to coordinate the capacity of one with the other. You need a bigger dryer space (about twice the capacity of the matching washer) for clothes to tumble more freely and dry faster.

Is the attachment easy to use and maintain? Your dealer should have obtainable manuals from the floor models that you can read to help you ask relevant questions, understand how the appliance is operated and let you know it needs any special care or handling. Also, make sure that authorized appliance factory service is readily available in your area for the brand that you select.

All machines come with a warranty, and it is important to read and understand this before making a commitment. The coverage can include the whole appliance or just certain parts, and some even include the cost of labor. The period covered by the warranty also varies by trademark or model.

It also helps to ask your dealer about promotions or discounts. Buying a washer dryer combo of the same brand might be less costly than if you purchase them separately or if you bought different trademarks. Sometimes, appliances bought online come with mail-in rebates that gives you bigger savings than if you purchased them at a store.

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