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(EstateNewsWire.com, February 25, 2013 ) Newton MA – 1st Call Appliance Repair technicians are often asked for their opinion when deciding to repair or replace a broken appliance. The local repair man has noticed how many people will throw out a good appliance when it would make more sense to have it fixed. Sometimes a minor repair like replacing a fuse or adjusting a setting can get things working again.
There are some cases where it is appropriate to replace a broken appliance. One rule of thumb in deciding between appliance repair or replace is the fifty percent rule, which states the appliance should be repaired if the cost is less than half the price of buying a new one. But, this is only one factor and alone, is not enough to make a wise choice.
Technicians with 1st Call Appliance Repair (http://www.firstcallappliance.com) list several other factors to consider such as the age of the appliance. All home appliances have an average useful life value, a number that represents the expected life of the appliance. Most appliances manufactured today are expected to last for over ten years. Of course, age is determined not only by number of years, but frequency of use. One that is used less and very well taken care of will last longer.
Expensive, high-end appliances are more economical to fix than cheaper models. If the unit is less than 10 years old and has functioned well for the most part, then it would be more practical to have an appliance repair technician evaluate the problem. Service technicians with 1st Call Appliance Service will provide their honest opinion as to weather the unit is worth fixing or should be retired.
An appliance with a history of malfunction should be replaced. One that is breaking down often may have several faults making it weak as a whole. If for any reason one is unhappy with the appliance; it doesn’t look right in the home or it doesn’t fit right in the space, it’s hard to use or simply inefficient, they may not want to spend the money for appliance repair.
On the other hand, if they like the appliance, it matches well with surrounding décor, works great and has the best features and has been reliable in the past, then professional appliance repair is a sensible idea. Purchasing a new appliance can be a lot of work when one considers researching new brands, getting one that looks right, disconnecting and disposing of the old one, having the new one installed, getting familiar with operating it and so on. Even though they come in standard sizes, the fit might be awkward and installation costly if a carpenter, plumber or electrician has to help with power, water or gas connections.
There are some advantages to buying a new appliance. Newer models are generally more energy efficient and have upgraded features making them easier to use. New washing machines and dishwashers have water saving capabilities. The latest clothes dryers have moisture sensors that turn it off when laundry is dry. Many new appliances are Energy Star rated.
Another factor to consider is the environment. Appliance repair will help cut down on pollution created in manufacturing new ones as well as destruction of habitats resulting in mining the materials used to build them. Sending old appliances to the landfill introduces chemicals like flame retardants, heavy metals, lead, arsenic and mercury into the groundwater. Refrigerators that are not processed properly can leak refrigerant into the environment.
The local appliance repair man suggests considering all the facts before making the important decision as to fixing or replacing a broken appliance. If the choice is to replace it, then take the old one to a recycling center to prevent environmental damage.
Customers who have used 1st Call Appliance Service enjoy saving money as most appliance repair services cost less than 30% of the replacement cost. From the friendly and professional staff to the qualified appliance repair technician, the level of service exceeds customer expectations to guarantee at least 100% satisfaction. Visit http://www.appliancerepairnewtonma.com/ to learn more.
About 1st Call Appliance:
1st Call Appliance was formed from several smaller companies dating back to 1965. Bill Collins started the family owned business over 25 years ago to provide same day appliance repair in Southeastern Massachusetts from Boston to Plymouth. The local owned and operated company is small enough to give each client personal attention and large enough to address all major appliance needs including appliance repair, maintenance and installation services.
Contact:
Bill Collins
1st Call Appliance
667 Bedford St
Whitman, MA 02382
Tel: 800-429-2069
Email: 1stcalloffice@comcast.net
This press release was submitted by Right Now Marketing Group, LLC
1st Call Appliance
Bill Collins
800-429-2069
1stcalloffice@comcast.net
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