It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you find yourself searching for the “closest kitchen appliance store near me” because your dishwasher, refrigerator, or oven suddenly stopped working. But you don’t have to go through the process alone. The appliance experts at Garner Appliance & Mattress are passionate about helping homeowners like you choose the right appliance, so we’ve created some guidelines to make the process easier and to help you get started
Top Guidelines for Buying a Kitchen Appliance
1. Shop Local
If you’ve previously only shopped for major appliances at big box stores, you’ll love the experience of shopping at a locally owned appliance store like Garner Appliance & Mattress. There are numerous reasons people love shopping at Garner Appliance & Mattress, but here are two reasons people mention most:
- Exceptional service and personal attention—We’ve been a family-owned appliance store for two generations, so we value our connection to the community, and we’re committed to customer satisfaction. We’ve got decades of experience helping people like you find appliances that will help make your house a home.
- Luxury brands and product lines you won’t find in big box stores—At Garner Appliance & Mattress, we carry high-end luxury brands and specialty lines that will outperform many big-box brands.
2. Assess the lifespan of your other kitchen appliances
When it’s time to replace one major kitchen appliance, take a moment to evaluate the expected lifespan of your other kitchen appliances. While you may not need to upgrade all of your kitchen appliances right now, do a bit of research to make sure that the brand you choose offers matching appliances—that you like—for future upgrades. If you plan on reselling your home in the future, you can greatly enhance your kitchen’s resale value if you install complementary appliances by the same brand.
3. Identify which appliance features are non-negotiable
Before you even start looking for a new kitchen appliance, take a moment to jot down the features you loved most about its predecessor. After identifying your non-negotiables, ask your family and friends to share theirs, and add the ones that resonate most with your list. Now that you know which features matter most to you, it will be easier to choose between all the available options at your local appliance store.
4. Consider efficiency
Thanks to ongoing technological advancements, the kitchen appliances available at your local appliance store are much more energy-efficient than the appliances that are currently installed in your home. As you consider the energy ratings of your top choices, perform some light calculations to project if the potential energy savings will make up any price differences. Your usage patterns will help you identify whether it’s worth paying more for a model with increased efficiency.
5. Look for package deals
If you’re thinking about upgrading all of your kitchen appliances within the next year, check your local appliance store for package deals or custom discounts when you upgrade your entire kitchen. The kitchen packages at Garner Appliance & Mattress make it easy to upgrade to a stunning, state-of-the-art kitchen that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.
We hope these five guidelines make it easier to start the process of replacing your kitchen appliances to improve energy efficiency and increase resale value while enhancing your home’s functionality. For more tips from the appliance experts at Garner Appliance & Mattress, stop into our Garner location or our North Raleigh showroom today. We can’t wait to show you around!