Where do you buy appliances?

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Hello, I just bought a duplex that needs updated appliances such as fridge, gas stove, and microwave. I would like to upgrade them to stainless steel and wanted to know where you shop for these items? It’s easy to go to Hime Depot or Lowe’s but is that really the best way? Anyone have another avenue I haven’t seen before?

Karl B. · Answer

I've bought just about everything both new and used. I've never had much luck with used refrigerators and so I tend to buy those new. I've bought used ranges and they tend to work well and last without issue.

If you're only interested in buying new, check out Sears. They often have some good deals (and they have some points program I'm a part of which is nice) and their fridges usually cost less than Home Depot/Lowes.

You can also check out the Sears Outlets for scratch and dents (I think American Freight owns the Sears outlets now). A few years back there were silly deals - I was buying smaller 15 cubic foot fridges for around $250 each. They're new items but have minor damage or are recertified.

But the past few years the deals haven't been nearly as good there but it's another avenue to check out.

Ian Kisbert · Answer

@Joshua Mitchell check out ajmadison.com I saved about $500 going there vs Home Depot and Lowe’s

Bruce Woodruff · Answer

I usually just default to HD or Lowes. They both have easy to get financing which I use until the remodel is finished and then pay it off....Good customer service and all that...

Christopher Murphy · Answer

Congratulations on the duplex!

Bruce Woodruff · Answer

I've found Costco to only carry higher-end appliances and frankly they cost more than you can get them elsewhere.....

Brad Jacobson · Answer

I like to buy off the local classifieds first but when that's not an option, I go to the refurbished appliance store in my local town.  These appliance stores can be difficult to find but all major towns should have a refurbished or second-hand appliance store that still offers a small warranty for great prices.  Good luck!

Bruce Woodruff · Answer

That's right, I forgot about the 5%. That can add up if you're buying cabinets and appliances.....

Curtis Mears · Answer

@Joshua Mitchell

Lowes has a credit card you can save 5% so I generally buy there. Plus they deliver as I do not have the means to pickup. I often go through the slightly damaged or returned areas. I have bought elsewhere, but usually lowes.

Joe Zinger · Answer

@Joshua Mitchell if you are a member of Costco you can try them and you get a significantly longer warranty period and likely some cash back through your membership.

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