Have you ever
purchased (what you thought was) the perfect appliance only to find it doesn’t
fit or isn’t what you expected? Maybe you’ve walked into an appliance store
only to feel overwhelmed purchasing for a new home or as a first time appliance
buyer - whatever your situation, we know it can be challenging to get it just
right. We’ve all been there, we’ve been asked the questions, we’ve seen the
potential challenges you might face throughout your buying experience and we
are here to help!
The team at Appliance Factory & Mattress Kingdom is here to guide you in how to select,
purchase, and walk away satisfied with your new appliances. Over the next few
weeks we will blog about different appliances and help direct you towards a
seamless buying experience. Stay tuned as we teach you what you need to know before,
during and in the completion steps of purchasing your appliances!
SELECTING & BUYING YOUR NEW REFRIGERATOR
Step 1:
Prepare yourself for entering the appliance store.
You would be
surprised how much time a few minutes of preparing can save you in the long run,
or how simple the process can be when you provide us with a few details. (Plus
we know buying an appliance can be a big decision and a little nerve racking as
you go)
*MEASURING THE SPACE:
Before you arrive at
the store to choose your new refrigerator, it’s important to know your space requirements.
If you’re unsure of your measurements, you will probably be going home to measure
or guessing and potentially receiving a refrigerator that’s too high, wide or
doesn’t look right for your space. Refrigerators come in a variety of sizes, as
do homes, and it’s important you take 3 very important measurements: 1. HEIGHT, 2. DEPTH, & 3. Width
*KNOW WHERE YOUR WATER SOURCE IS:
Finding your
water source makes it easy to figure out which refrigerator will fit your space
and if getting one with an ice maker is an option. It’s a common buying mistake
to not check to see if there is water access. Before you purchase, do a simple
check behind where you plan to place your new refrigerator- is there an on/off
valve or a small hose? If you are still unsure, don’t worry we can help- just
snap a few photos of what it looks like back there and we can guide you to the
accessories and/or any adjustments you may need to insure your new fridge runs
just the way you want it to!
*KNOW YOUR CLEARANCE OPTIONS: … (And no that doesn’t mean your best sales prices, though we will
guarantee you the best price for 30 days after your refrigerator purchase!)
When you hear
the word clearance when it comes to a refrigerator we’re referring to any
potential space you would need to clear. Is it going to be next to a wall or in
a narrow space? Will you be able to open up doors that swing to the left and
the right? Will pull out drawers be able to open successfully without hitting
cabinets or other appliances?
…Congratulations, you are prepared to enter the
appliance store! You have eliminated
many potential mistakes that can happen when you don’t do some simple homework.
And now it’s time for you to enter the store and choose what exactly to buy.
Step 2: Choose
the features that make sense.
If you have an idea of what features you may like
in your refrigerator that’s great and if not we will give you an overview of
things to potentially consider:
- Is LED lighting important?
- Do you need or want spill proof shelving?
- What type of finish are you looking for? (Finishes vary by brand in
their availability and are black/white, slate, stainless steel, smudge
proof stainless steel, or black stainless).
- Do you want a hot water dispenser? (Yes, they have a refrigerator
with a built in Keurig!)
- Do you have a lot of fresh fruits and veggies? (You might want a
dual compressor as it keeps items at a temperature that is more consistent
than your basic refrigerator).
- Do you need a refrigerator that is counter depth? (You will have a
built in look though you will lose storage space).
- Do you want a door-in-door option? (Energy efficient and provides
quick access).
- Do you want true crisp drawers? (vacuum-seal drawers that help
items last longer).
- Do you need child locks?
- Are you often frustrated by how long it takes to thaw items you
want to immediately enjoy? (If so then you might want to consider a
refrigerator with a Quick Chill feature).
Step 3: Choosing the best Refrigerator capacity.
Most people have heard that
the more capacity you have in a refrigerator the more space but what exactly
does that mean for you in your real life grocery buying scenario?
- 1 bag of groceries = 1cu. Ft (appx); larger families need over 20
cu.ft (4-6cu.ft per adult)
Step 4: Choose the
Refrigerator Style that fits your needs.
Step 5: Set up Delivery
& Enjoy your new Refrigerator!
We hope you have found this
blog helpful and remember we are here to help you.
Stop by today and let’s get
you your new refrigerator! We
have the lowest prices guaranteed and sales associates who are looking forward to
assisting you through your appliance buying experience.
Be sure to stay tuned to our blog as
we will also explore how to buy a new: Range, Dishwasher, Washer & Dryer,
and Mattress.
Stop by one of our 16 locations to help you purchase the best refrigerator for you.
