3 Tips On Buying The Right Kitchen Appliances

The most important place when it comes to home appliances is the kitchen. Good appliances will completely transform the feel and function of a home. Before making a final purchase, you should take into account these three tips:

1. Don’t impulse buy. It’s easy to be tempted by new features or interesting designs. Before you buy, however, think about what your household needs, who will be using the appliances, and how they’ll be used. Then, just as you would when shopping for a new car, it is wise to do a little research. Not a fan of shopping? Find a friend or family member who likes to shop and ask for their help. This can help prevent the temptation to buy the first thing that looks good and feeling the subsequent buyer’s regret.

2. Take a holistic approach. It really pays to do your homework and find which appliance brands (and types) are most reliable. You might think the most reliable appliance brands would be the higher-end ones, but you’d be surprised. Most people expect their major appliances to last about ten years, which is pretty close to what manufacturers expect as well. That doesn’t mean your appliances won’t need repairs before that, however. Brand reliability is definitely worth researching online before going to the store. 

3. Choose your smart appliances wisely. Are smarter appliances a smart buy? Smarter doesn’t usually mean easier or simpler to use. It’s easy to be tempted by the latest high-tech gadgets and smart devices. Many “smart” features really can make your life easier— if you’re comfortable with technology. Buying the latest and greatest major appliances with high-tech computers isn’t always a good idea, however. Adding computers and more electronic components to appliances means there’s more to break down. Technology is constantly evolving, but that doesn’t mean it’s meant to last—and when items break, your local service professional may not be trained yet to fix the computer screen on your high-tech fridge or other cutting-edge appliance.

What kitchen appliance do you rave about? Let us know what’s working in your life—we’d love to hear about it!