Buying used appliances can save on the family budget, but there are some risks out there that you should be aware of. The following information will get rid of some of
those risks! Let's start with a few fundamentals:
What Size?
Although there are general, standard sizes for most appliances, many still vary in size. Be sure to measure the space the appliance will be going into, and then investigate the size of the appliance you would like that is capable of fitting into that space. NEVER shop first and measure last. It takes up more time and can cause heartache. You wouldn't want to find something so perfect for yourself, all to get it and find out it won't fit! So measure first!
What Color?
There are 4 basic colors of appliances: white, black, bisque/biscuit, and stainless steel. Now some manufacturers do produce their own special colors, but we'll stick with these since every manufacturer makes these. Because you're buying used, it may be a little difficult to find matches to the rest of your appliances, so don't spend TOO much time hunting for a special color. White is the standard, so if you're buying used expect white, and if you find something colorful you like, it will feel like winning the lottery!... or just finding a good deal on an appliance.
What Style?
Every appliance comes in a different style. Such as refrigerators... they come in Side-By-Side, Top-Mount, Bottom-Mount, French Door. Ranges... gas or electric. Dishwashers... built-in or mobile. Just know what kind of the appliance you need and want. Now lets get a little deeper into detail with buying used appliances
Where To Buy Used Appliances
You can check the yellow pages in your area for used appliance dealers. You can check craigslist, however finding one there with a warranty may be difficult. Or lastly check .
Many people and small stores post on eBay, so you should be able to get a good deal with a warranty there. Just make sure you purchase using
PayPal
This will make your transactions safer from fraud.
