Appliance shopping can be tricky if you don’t know where to start. Most people say to start by going online and researching the best appliance for your needs. Which works, however, the first thing you should do is ask yourself some questions.
Whether you’re going to shop online, or in person, you need to make sure you know what you’re getting into. Below are five burning questions you should ask yourself before you go out to purchase a new appliance.
Questions To Ask
What’s my Budget?
Knowing your budget is crucial. The last thing you want to do is go in willing to spend $2,000 on a range and end up breaking your bank for a $8,000 range instead. Though special financing can always be helpful, you may not want to commit to something you simply can’t afford. Being able to narrow down what you can spend from the beginning is extremely helpful, especially so you don’t also get your hopes up! Just be sure to leave a little extra for wiggle room if needed.
How much room do I have?
Another crucial question, do you have room to fit this new appliance? Before shopping, go check out the space where you’d like to place a new appliance. It’s good to know so you can narrow down your selection, and it’s a safety measure to prevent you from getting something that’ll be too big for your house. Even if you think you know the size, go back and re-measure. You can never be too safe and it’s the easiest step to prevent a headache.
What’s the storage capacity?
Knowing how much space you have inside an appliance is also key. Though some people may not care or know the exact cubic feet inside an appliance, it’s nice to know so you can properly store your food or other dishes. Overfilling a refrigerator, for example, can block air vents, restrict air circulation, and overall can lower energy efficiency since the appliance is working too hard.
How long will delivery/set-up take?
Some appliances are taking months on end to deliver, so asking how long delivery will take should be a no-brainer. The current appliance supply chain issue may very well continue into the next year, so knowing if an appliance can be delivered the same day or picked up can be crucial for some. Many sites offer next-day delivery, so take advantage of that when possible! On the subject, knowing how long something might take to set up is always nice to know. Though generally, it takes a handful of hours, it’s good to know how long exactly to plan your day accordingly.
How do I toss my old appliance?
Generally, you can ask the sales associate if they have any services to take out old appliances. So, be sure to ask for that service! Otherwise, most of the time you can also call your waste disposal center and schedule a pickup for appliances. Don’t assume you can just pick it up and toss it wherever, even if you’re going to a dump, call ahead and see what they recommend.
Final Thoughts
These questions sound like easy ones to remember, but sometimes we can get caught up in the whole process of moving, price checks, and learning new features, we forget to ask the important questions. Being able to ask these questions to yourself and a sales associate can help overall in your appliance shopping. If you want to learn more or start browsing, Airport Home Appliance has the largest selection of in-stock appliances in the Bay Area! Visit us at any of our showrooms or online anytime!
