If you’re thinking of selling your home, it’s a good idea to evaluate your kitchen appliances. Buyers respond well to newer appliances and are sometimes willing to pay a higher price for the home, so it’s often cost-effective to update your kitchen before you put your house on the market.
If your gas stovetop has sealed burners, that does not mean you can just fire it up and let it go. Boil overs, burned foods, and inconsistent maintenance can damage the burners and shorten the service life. Regular cleaning and periodic inspection will keep the fires burning through the years.
Used window air conditioners are usually a great buy, especially when you plan ahead. We recommend that you buy a used air conditioner in the fall or winter, when prices are often much lower than in the high-demand hot weather months.
One of the biggest advantages of a front-load washing machine is its energy efficiency. The washer only needs about a third of the amount of water to clean the clothes and takes advantage of gravity as the drum rolls, requiring less power to operate.
If you have a gas convection oven, it makes good sense to keep it in good repair. Because it’s so versatile, this appliance is in constant use, either baking and roasting or warming and reheating foods you’ve prepared in advance.
Helping your children leave the nest? Then you would probably be doing them a favor by furnishing the new pad with used appliances. This way, they can still enjoy all the comforts of home while transitioning into an independent, full-fledged member of society.
High-efficiency washing machines use less water and energy than a traditional machine. In addition, since these models use no agitator, there is more room in the wash baskets for large and bulky items.
Did you know that unlike years earlier, most appliances that are disposed of today still have a great deal of life left in them? Today, people will get rid of a perfectly functional appliance because of the color or because a new model is available. This makes used appliances an especially smart bargain.
Your microwave oven may not be a major appliance, but you probably rely on it pretty heavily just the same. Using a microwave to prepare dinner is more energy efficient than using a full sized oven, and the food will be ready much faster, too. Care to guess how long the average residential microwave will last? If you guessed 9 years or so, you're right.
Changing out your broken appliance for a functional, used model makes good sense. If your old unit is more than five years old, there's a good chance that even a gently used replacement will be more energy efficient, quieter, and easier to use than what you're replacing.
Built-in microwaves have been popular for more than a decade. The newest trend is to mount them in drawers or recess them into island cabinetry so they’re at a safe and accessible height for kids.
One of the signs to look out for when shopping around for a used fridge is any unpleasant odor. If the unit appears clean, but still has an odor, it may be more difficult to get rid of than it’s worth.
Our customers are usually surprised to learn that washing smaller loads of clothes does not save on water or energy. Your washer uses the same amount of energy no matter what size the load, so washing larger loads just means washing fewer loads.
Remember, the moment you plug in your new appliance, it’s considered used. Instead of paying retail for those few seconds of having a new appliance, let us help you get more appliance for your money.
Many serious home cooks prefer to use dual fuel ranges. The gas cooktop offers even heat with more accurate control and the electric oven offers complete and even heat distribution essential for baking and roasting.
Older homes may have a three-pronged dryer outlet, while newer homes will probably have the updated four-pronged outlet. If necessary, we can swap the cords on our dryers to guarantee that they'll work in your home.
There was a time when your only color choices for appliances were black and white. Now that manufacturers have added more color to their lines, you don’t just have to decorate your kitchen around them anymore.
One of the reasons to buy used appliances from a reputable dealer is that you can be sure of the machines’ reliability. This is because every appliance that comes in is thoroughly inspected and repaired by qualified techs before being put up for sale.
Do you know how your fridge works? In older refrigerators, a coolant known as Freon or chloro-fluoro-carbon was pumped through tubing. A pump pushes the liquid through the tubing, which evaporates, removing the head from the fridge and freezer.
Unfortunately, some appliances aren’t exactly known for their quiet operation. If you’re tired of a noisy clothes dryer or dishwasher keeping you up at night, we may be able to help you find a quieter replacement that will be perfect for your home.
If you are in the market for a refurbished appliance, we suggest you check its price against the retail price of the new model of the same product. A 40%-60% savings would make the unit a worthwhile investment.
Use your microwave to defrost foods fast. With food costs rising, you can save money by buying food on sale and freezing it. If you've had spotty success defrosting foods in the microwave in the past, use a microwave safe (and reusable) plastic bag to defrost dense items like meat. Just add frozen food to the bag, vent the air, and defrost according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Regardless of whether it's new or pre-owned, overloading your washing machine is never a good idea. Stuffing your washer to maximum capacity will knock it out of balance, causing it to shake, bounce, and eventually break down.
It’s important to remember that your old kitchen appliances won’t always fit in once you remodel the room. Whether you need appliances with different dimensions or something that’s more aesthetically in line with your redesign, we’re always here to help you find them.