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HOW LONG DO MAJOR HOME APPLIANCES LAST?

IMG_0100Whether you’re about to become a first-time homebuyer, or are already a property owner and are now going over the condition of your current appliances and your budget for new ones, it’s worth taking a closer look at some of those big ticket items. They may seem just fine but may be closer to breaking down than you think.

Below is the National Association of Home Builders general guidelines for the life expectancy of those major appliances.

For those in the market to buy right now, you may be able to negotiate a cash credit from the seller to repair or replace a high priced appliance that is worn out and old.

Gas range ovens have the longest life expectancy among appliances. They should last about 15 years.
Refrigerators and dryers are at 13 years.
Washing machines expected life at 10 years.
Electric or gas dryers at 13 years.
Dishwashers and microwave ovens should last about nine years.
Followed by trash compactors that average out at six years.
The NAHB study also found that changes in styling, technology and consumer preferences tend to push major home appliances out the door long before they’re worn out and needing to be replaced.
For example, earlier this year, GE introduced the Café Series French door refrigerator with a built-in Keurig K-Cup brewing system, available in stainless steel with an MSRP of $3,300. A selling point of the appliance is that it frees up counter space since you’ll no longer need your coffeemaker.
As far as Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning goes, these systems need to be properly maintained for maximum efficiency and life expectancy. Even in the best case scenario, most HVAC components only last 15 to 25 years. Usually furnaces last 15-20 years, heat pumps 16 years and air conditioning units 10-15 years. Thermostats usually get replaced before the end of their 35-year lifespan due to technological improvements.
Customers who want to replace their 20-year-old refrigerator are surprised when told the average life expectancy of a new one is seven to 12 years. Consumer products just don’t last as long as they used to. Keep this helpful guide in mind when planning and budgeting for your next major home improvement project.

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

Fast and East Cooking!

Frigidaire - FFCM1134LS - Cooking Products On Sale

Do you ever come home from a long day and do not want to spend any time cooking? Do you have no time to warm up frozen food in the oven? If either of these pertains to you, then you will be interested in the Frigidaire 1.1 Cu. Ft. Countertop Microwave. This microwave can fit almost anywhere in your kitchen and has many features which make it easy to use and very efficient.

This microwave has 10 cooking power levels which offer versatility with different power levels so you have great cooking results from everything from frozen foods to pot roast. The Easy-Set™ Start helps you start cooking quickly-one to six minutes- with just one touch. The Effortless™ Defrost makes it easy to defrost almost anything you have quickly and evenly so every part of your food gets warm. The Multi-Stage Cooking Option allows you to program power levels and cooking times in advance, customizing your microwave to your own personal cooking needs.

The Electronic Clock/Timer helps you keep track of both the time and the cooking times and the controls are easy to use with the push of a bottom. There is an interior light that illuminates the contents of the microwave for increased visibility. Also inside the microwave is a large glass turntable that can fit large items without you having to worry about them tipping over.

It is available in white, stainless steel and even black colors so whatever your kitchen looks like, it fits right in. So come on down to either of our locations and inquire about a Frigidaire microwave or any of our other microwaves or microhoods.

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

 

What is a “Smart” Appliance?

“Appliances aren’t just big boxes sitting in the corner anymore.  The next appliance to go in your kitchen or laundry room may not get out of the house much, but it will at least talk to the outside world. The next generation of “smart” appliances will likely connect to your phone, negotiate rates with the power company, and even communicate with other appliances.”  Click here to check out this article about “smart” appliances and then call or visit Feder’s Distributors to order your new “smart” appliances today!!

We have two locations in North Hollywood and we are now open in Santa Monica in the former Carlsons Appliances warehouse!

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

It’s cold outside… Our heater Options Will Keep You WARM!!

At Feder’s Distributors, we stock a full line of heating and air conditioning units to suit any need!

Please visit any of our three locations in North Hollywood and now Santa Monica (in the former Carlsons Appliances warehouse) today!

Feder’s Distributors offers competitive prices, great customer service, and same or next day delivery.  So buy your new wall furnace, heat pump, or heat-strip unit today, and you will be cozy and warm TONIGHT!!

North Hollywood: 818-769-8000  Santa Monica: 310-450-8585

Our Websites

If you’re in the market for brand-new kitchen appliances at great prices, please take a look at the Feder’s Outlet website: www.FedersOutlet.com. Here, you’ll find mid- to high-end refrigerators, stoves, ovens, dishwashers, and many other major appliances and laundry pieces with minor scratches, dings, or dents for up to 25%-60% off regular prices! Products from manufacturers like KitchenAid, Whirlpool, Maytag, Frigidaire and others are just a click away!

If you are an apartment owner, manager, or tenant, please take a look at our new website, www.ApartmentSupply.com. Here, you’ll find our absolute best prices on all new stoves, refrigerators, ovens, air conditioners, washers, dryers, and all other items you might need for your apartment. More product types are coming soon!

Our New Website, ApartmentSupply.com, is Now Live!

Please visit our new website, Apartment Supply.com for current costs and special prices. Since Feder’s Distributors specializes in selling, delivering, and installing major kitchen appliances, room air conditioners, and laundry units to multifamily units, this site reflects our amazing prices and specialties more clearly to our managers, owners, builders, contractors, and designers.

Browse items, explore pricing, order products at the best prices around, and Feder’s Distributors will deliver, ship, or make your order available for pick-up at one of our North Hollywood locations.

Feder’s Distributors Featured On “Best Buys” Television Show

I first met the family owners of Feder’s Distributors years ago when I was doing my consumer news reports on KCAL-TV Channel 9. They had a very good reputation back then for customer service and great prices and they still do today. And now, Feder’s Distributors has the newest air conditioning systems that can keep rooms cool, save energy, and improve home decor with the newest AC technology.

Now at the Feder’s Distributors location in North Hollywood is a large assortment of portable air conditioning units starting at only $250 and these are true air conditioning units and not “coolers.” The new technology now includes ductless mini split air conditioning systems which eliminate the eyesore problems that traditional wall and window units have. These ductless mini splits start at about $500 each and they are amazing quiet and compact and efficient and some of these units can also help clean your air. Feder’s also has the newest styles air conditioning units for sliding windows. Expert installation is available.

Feder’s Distributors is indeed a distributor to air conditioning companies and they supply apartment building owners and so they can buy in large quantities and sell to the public at discounted prices. They carry all major brands and there is a big selection of Energy Star Units and they can give you information about energy rebates where available.

Room units are ideal for room additions and for saving money so that you cool only the rooms you need instead of cooling the rest of an empty house or commercial area.

Call the experts with more than 45 years of experience at (818) 850-COOL which is (818) 850-2665 or go to their website, CoolYourRoom.com, for information.

Now this is very important: there are other companies in the air conditioning business that use the name Feder’s but there is only one Feder’s Distributors at 5720 Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood. It is on the east side of Lankershim between Burbank and Oxnard and be aware that other companies using the Feder’s name are located nearby.

You will know when you are at the right Feder’s because here the experts will give you immediate assistance so that you get the right unit at the right price. And because Feder’s Distributors supplies appliances to developers and apartment building owners, you can also save on major kitchen appliances and check out their outlet for appliances with minor scratches and dents where you can save up to 60% retail prices. Our TV report is below.

Haier 1.8 CuFt 110V Washer Dryer Combo

Haier Model HWD1500
Haier Model HWD1500

Combo washer dryers are the perfect compact laundry solution for small spaces that requires no venting. Making it the perfect companion for small homes, multifamily apartments, condominiums, cabins, RVs and boats.

This great looking, brand-new all-in-one combination washer dryer model from Haier is the immediate upgrade model from its predecessor, the HWD1000.

Some advantages of this unit:
-13 lb. capacity.
-New LED Display
-115 Voltage~60Hz power requirement, so it can work off the regular power socket.
-This Haier washer dryer combo washes and dries clothing in a single stainless steel tub. The moisture is condensed and released into your sink’s drain rather than through a hot vent. This model makes it possible for you to do it all in one step! Put in a dirty load and with the touch of a button, it’ll come out fresh, dry, and smelling sweet.
-Hot vapors during the dry cycle are condensed into water and drained away.
-The compact unit dimensions allow it to be built into a kitchen cabinet.
-Eleven (11) fabric care wash cycles and (4) dry settings
-It’s a great time-saver for busy families that need to do laundry frequently!
-This washer dryer combo model is Energy Star rated for maximum efficiency

Regular price for this model is $1,099.00, but for a limited time, Feder’s Distributors has this 110v ventless Haier combo washer dryer unit on special for only $655.00.