Buying Guides

Gas vs. Induction Cooktops: You Be the Judge

Lately we’ve been getting a lot of questions about gas vs induction cooking. Each method has its pros and cons, so the decision depends on your circumstances, budget, and preference. To help you evaluate which cooking method will work best for you, we’ve put...

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The Best Appliance Dealers In Des Moines, IA

A Little Advice To Save You A Lot of Money There’s plenty of reasons to get excited about buying new appliances. Many, like the latest smart fridge, come with fancy features and technology, while also giving you better performance and energy efficiency. But the stress...

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What we wish smart appliances actually did.

More and more smart appliances are unveiled every year, but when we look at what makes them “smart,” it can be kind of a letdown. “So what if I can preheat my oven on the drive home? Is that worth the higher price tag? Where’s the futuristic Jetsons kitchen I really...

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Just How Reliable Are Top Gas Range and Oven Brands?

The Lifetime Cost of Appliance Repair When it comes to buying appliances, we often overlook the fact that, like cars, there is a lifetime cost associated with which brand and model we decide upon. How often will the appliance need to be repaired? How costly will the...

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Top load or front load washer: How do they stack up?

When it’s time to buy a new washing machine, one of your most important decisions will be between a front-loading or top-loading machine. Each type has its pros and cons, and in this article we’ll point out a few considerations to factor into your selection....

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Should I buy an extended warranty for my new appliances?

We’re asked this question a lot, and our answer is almost always: no, you’ll be wasting your money if you buy an extended warranty on any appliance. How Warranty Companies Avoid Paying Out Warranty companies are in the business of making money, and they’ve found a...

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