Why new appliances matter/Biggest energy culprits in any home

The simple answer is improved technology, but keep it in prospective when considering appliance energy tips. Replacing a three year old dishwasher won’t have a huge impact – putting a 12 year old refrigerator out to pasture will, though. Any major appliance that is over a decade old is due for retirement. Just changing out these older units for ENERGY STAR models has the potential to cut electricity use by half.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the one appliance that uses by far the most energy after heating and cooling equipment is the hot water heater. This means the appliances that rely on hot water, such as the dishwasher, are costing you even more. The best move you can make when upgrading your water heater is to switch to an energy efficient or tankless model. From there, the next major appliance putting a dent in the electricity is the clothes dryer with the refrigerator coming in at a close second.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, this is how the numbers break down for the average home. These figures assume your home has newer appliances, however. The numbers would shift dramatically if the refrigerator or freestanding freezer were 15 years old, for example.
• Water heater – 2400 kWh for a family of two
• Clothes dryer – 1000 kWh
• Refrigerator – 600 kWh
• Dishwasher – 300 kWh
• Clothes washer – 200 kWh

Visit our website often to keep up to date on appliance energy tips.

Electrolux AB agrees to buy GE

electrolux-logo-1024x136ge-logo-retroThis purchase is the Stockholm based company’s biggest yet! This deal makes Electrolux a major player in synergies.  Bringing together top brands such as Hotpoint, Frigidaire and Zanussi.  It is estimated that the Companies annual revenue is expected to exceed 22.5 billion. The Swedish company’s chief executive, Keith McLoughlin, said in an interview that a chief attraction of the deal is GE’s top position selling to home builders in the U.S. Electrolux has only a small share of that market and has been trying to expand it.  Electrolux will retain the GE brand, positioning it as a midrange brand between the mass-market Frigidaire and high-end Electrolux models.  Dominating the North American market for appliances;  Electrolux will be going “head to head” with Whirlpool, making it so that each controls around 40% of the “white goods” industry in that region. It is reported that GE wants to focus on the very profitable industrial areas of aviation and gas moving ahead, and this sale helps promote that long held ambition of the company. On a side note, Whirlpool agreed to pay more than $1 billion this summer to acquire a majority stake in the Italian company Indesit. The purchase would roughly double Whirlpool’s business in Europe.  Electrolux will be a more vigorous competitor. The transaction is expected to close next year. Electrolux expects to extract $300 million in annual cost savings from combining the businesses. All in all, the immense complexity of the appliance world has now changed.

Arctic King MWK-15 ENERGY STAR Certified Room Air Conditioners

mwk-15crn1GREAT LOW PRICE, MANY AVAILABLE NOW!!! Here in Southern California we all definitely know one thing one thing; continuous warm weather and it has been hot hot hot with no end in sight so far!

Many people buy an air conditioner that is too large, thinking it will provide better cooling. An oversized air conditioner is actually less effective – and WASTES ENERGY!. Save energy and fight climate change with ENERGY STAR qualified products like the MWK-15. They use less energy, save money, and help protect the environment. Remember that bigger is not always better! In addition the MWK-15 is the largest 110 V model available (with 15 amp plug).

Arctic King MWK-15
Arctic King MWK-15

DETAILS:
– 15,000 BTU
-Digital control panel with remote control
-With slide-out chassis and wall sleeve
-For double-hung (up/down) window or install in wall
-Dimensions (W” x H” x D”) 23 5/8″ x 17 3/16″ x 25½”

Helpful Chart to determine your BTU needs:

Area To Be Cooled (square feet) Capacity Needed (BTUs per hour)
100 up to 150 5,000
150 up to 250 6,000
250 up to 300 7,000
300 up to 350 8,000
350 up to 400 9,000
400 up to 450 10,000
450 up to 550 12,000
550 up to 700 14,000
700 up to 1,000 18,000
1,000 up to 1,200 21,000
1,200 up to 1,400 23,000
1,400 up to 1,500 24,000
1,500 up to 2,000 30,000
2,000 up to 2,500 34,000

So come to one of our locations as soon as you can to take a look! And beat this heat.

Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER
North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300

Top Tips for Choosing an Air Conditioner

Types of Air Conditioners:
1. Portable units
2. Through-the-wall units
3. Window units
4. Ductless Mini-Splits
5. Central or whole-home units

Window units are the most popular air conditioners. They are the easiest to install and remove. This type of A/C fits in a window opening and vents to the outside.

Through-the-wall units are heavier and larger than window units. A through-the-wall unit rests within an air conditioner sleeve that is set into an exterior wall. Circuitry must be analyzed because these units often require greater amperage and voltage.

Portable air conditioners are ideal for smaller spaces and they exhaust through temporary ducting and can be moved from room to room.

Ductless Mini-split units work like a central system, but they’re made to cool/heat one room. The compressor sits outside on a pad on the ground, on the side of a building, or on the roof, while the fan sits on a bracket at the top of the interior wall.

Central or whole-home units cool the entire house. Frequently combined with heating (HVAC system) they are the most expensive option and require expert installation.

Room size is perhaps the most important factor in determining the size of air conditioner you need, but consider also:

1. The number of windows in the room
2. The room’s exposure
3. The quality of room insulation
4. Other appliances that may be in use
5. The number of people in the room

Air conditioners, especially older units, are among the most expensive appliances to run. Choosing an appropriately sized unit is critical, because a unit that is too small will not meet your cooling demands, and one that is too large will cost more to run and will not properly control humidity.

Feder’s offers a wide vairiety of the finest air conditioners, so please call or stop by and speak with our knowledgeable staff to pick the right fit for you!
Remember we have added a new showroom/warehouse in Santa Monica so you can order from either there or our North Hollywood locations.
North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300
Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER

Keep Cool and Warm Together!

If you need a large air conditioner to help you get through the rest of the summer, with heating options that can help you endure a cold winter, than look no further than the Black and Decker  18,000 BTU with the model  number of BWH18A. The air conditioner includes 3 fan speeds in order to meets your needs. The unit offers both cooling and heating flexibilities too. This includes a programmable 24 hour timer to help meet your needs regardless of what temperature you need.

Black & Decker 18,000 BTU Heat Strip

The unit also offers an energy saver mode that shuts the compressor off when the desired temperature is met, limiting excess runtime and reducing energy costs effectively. The Black and Decker 18,000 BTU includes a digital time/temperature display that is easy to read. It is located the front of the unit, so you can read the display and use the remote control to make adjustments from the other side of the room.

This unit can cover a big room or area and is easy to install. Contact us for more information about the BWH18A. While the heat is still intense, it is a great time to buy an air conditioner and this is just one of our many units offered at great prices.

Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER                                                                                                                                                       North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300

 

Have A BTUtiful Summer

lw1211erMake your summertime living easy and breezy with the LG 12,000 BTU Window Air Conditioner. This unit is great for a bedroom in any apartment or house. One of the key features of the air conditioner is that it has 3 powerful cooling and fan speeds allowing you to control the temperature of your room at your pace. The 4-Way Air Direction opportunity allows you to enjoy the cool air even more. By adjusting the deflection, air is directed up, down, left or right so you can move the air where it’s needed most. This way every part of the room can cool down.  In case there is ever a power outage, you are covered too. The Auto Restart function automatically turns the unit back on when power is restored. There is also a 12 Hour On/Off Timer which can turn on before you arrive home, or turn off after you leave. You won’t have to walk into a hot room again! And nothing is cooler of more energy efficient.

The air conditioner comes with a remote to help control the unit so you can change settings and temperature from anywhere within the room. Overall, it is a simple and powerful air conditioner that will make your summer a lot more enjoyable. It fits easily into the window and it one of LG’s most reliant products. If you need to purchase an air conditioner for your house or your tenant’s apartment, this LG system with the model number LW1212ER is worth giving a shot.

North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300
Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER

Turn The Heat Into Some Arctic Air

It is getting very hot outside and that means it is getting hot inside. It’s the middle of the summer and in Los Angeles the living is easy, if you have proper air conditioning in your home or apartment. With the heat being so intense, why not get a new air conditioning unit or two to stay cool while either you or your tenant is at home? Amongst our many air conditioners is an affordable and quality line of Arctic King. These models in the MWW series come in 8,000, 10,000, 12,000 and 14,000 BTUs, one of which is most likely to be perfect for the room in your apartment or house that needs cold air!

The 8,000 BTU is ideal for cooling rooms and offices that have an area of up to 350 square feet. It comes with an electronic three-speed remote control and the unit has four way adjustable air direction to ensure the cool air is being directed to exactly where you need it. The built in air exchanger recirculates fresh air from outside.

The 12,000 BTU can help cool rooms up to an area of 550 square feet. It also includes a handy remote as well as an air exchange system, 3 speeds, timer, and filter check indicator. Unlike the others, the 14,000 BTU includes a heating option. All of them do include sleep mode, auto restart function, digital led display, timer and a slide out filter.

Regardless of how much space is in a room that you need air conditioning in, Arctic King is sure to have a perfectly sized unit to match and at a great price. So come on over to the closest Feder’s Distributors today and find out which air conditioner works the best for you, or purchase online now!

North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300
Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER

All Together Now

Whirlpool 5-Burner Free-Standing Gas Range
Whirlpool WFG505M0BS

Summer is a great time to cook. But then again, so is all year round. And what better way to keep busy cooking then by getting the 5.1 cu. Ft. Freestanding Gas Range with Five Burners made by Whirlpool. The range comes complete with five burners an oven with a large window, and even a full-width under-oven broiler. It gives you a variety of ways to prepare meals and cook a lot of different foods at once for simplicity and convenience.

The Power Burners generate the high heat needed for rapid boiling, searing and frying that offer up to 15,000 BTUs. The fifth burner in the middle adds flexibility. With up to 8000 BTUs, you will have enough power to warm up your favorite dishes while using the rest of the burners for whatever other tasks you would like to. The cast-iron grates cover nearly the whole cooktop surface, which gives you the flexibility to easily slide heavy pots and pans to optimal cooking locations. Switch locations in seconds without any lifting necessary. Best of all, the grates are dishwasher safe, and their satin finish resists wear and tear.

The oven has some great features as well. The two adjustable oven racks can be moved into different positions to better accommodate almost any size of cookware, so you can get your whole meal done at the same time. You can then use one of the full-width oven racks in the under-oven broiler to broil your favorite foods easily. The custom broil allows you to set your preferred broiling temperature in 5-degree increments between 300 and 525 degrees Fahrenheit. You can use high heat to grill meats or the low heat for delicate tasks such as melting cheese.  The oven light lets you see inside your oven whether the door is opened or closed and is controlled with a simple on/off switch.

The range comes complete with a clock and timer and is available in white, black or stainless steel color. It is a great fit for any apartment or house kitchen and is being offered at a great price. You can purchase the stove HERE or come on over to the closest Feder’s Distributors or give us a call for more information about this gas range and all of our other Whirlpool products we offer.

Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER                                                                                                                                                   North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300

We’ve Got You Covered

Hoods have become vital parts of kitchens and are really useful to those who love cooking. We offer a large variety of options including over-the-range microwave hoods and under counter hoods. Broan makes a couple of under the counter hoods at 30” and 42” which we have in white, black and even stainless steel.

Both sizes are part of the 42000 series which offers an effective and durable under-the-cabinet hood solution for vertical discharge installations. The range hood is designed for 7 in. round vertical duct attachment. The hood features a fan designed for years of trouble free service, an easy to clean grease filter that is dishwasher safe, an easy to clean grease filter, a protective lamp lens that distributes light evenly over the cook-top and control switches for fan speed and light activation. It even includes a built-in 7 in. duct adapter.

So for these easy to use counter hoods and all our other great hoods we offer come over to one of our locations in either North Hollywood or in Santa Monica and take a look at them yourself. You can take it with you or we can install it, all for a great deal.

North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300
Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER

42″ Broan Range Hood

All in One Kitchen Appliance

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Are you looking for a sink, a small refrigerator, stove or even some kitchen storage space?  How about all four of them in one convenient piece? Avanti has special 30” and 36” complete compact kitchen sets including a refrigerator. These sets come with almost everything you will need for your kitchen while taking up a minimal amount of space. They contain many parts and are very similar with just a couple main differences.

Some of the features in the 36” set are a stainless steel sink with chrome faucet and a stainless steel countertop. There are two electric heating elements at 500 and 1000 watts with power indicator lights. There is integrated backsplash on top to help keep clean. The refrigerator is 3.0 CF and has a reversible door that you can give a right or left swing. It has an adjustable full range thermostat and an auto defroster. Also included is a crisper with a glass lid. The white cabinet has 2 adjustable and removable slide-out shelves and convenient door racks.

The 30” set is very similar with just a few key differences other than size. The grills are on the left side of the top rather than the right side and the refrigerator is on the left side in the front. This refrigerator also has reversible door with all the same features. This set is also ADA compliant to make easy to use for those with disabilities.

If this looks like the exact thing your apartment or your tenant might need come by either of our showrooms today and take a look. The model numbers for the piece are CK30-2 and CK36-2.

North Hollywood Showroom/Warehouse: 818-769-8000 or TOLL-FREE: 866-FEDERS-0
North Hollywood Warehouse: 818-982-3300
Santa Monica Showroom/Warehouse: 310-450-8585 or TOLL-FREE: 855-28-FEDER