Bellflower Lakewood Appliance Center

Refrigerator and freezer combinations are available as side-by-side, freezer on top, freezer on bottom, or French door models. While they all have their upside, those with top freezers tend to be smaller, and French door models have the greatest capacity.

If you're planning to replace your water heater, the good news is that newer units are more energy efficient and typically available in a wider range of sizes, too. Tankless options are also something to consider.

Many manufacturers now offer appliances in a warm, metallic gray finish commonly referred to as slate. The color reads as a visual neutral, looks more current than stainless steel and features a low-gloss finish that masks fingerprints and smudges.

The mid-1800s saw a lot of innovation in the area of washing clothes. Hamilton Smith patented a design for a rotary washing machine (powered by hand) in 1858, and in 1874, William Blackstone built the first washing machine designed for use in the home as a birthday present for his wife.

It’s important to remember that having an appliance that’s past the point of repairs doesn’t have to mean making radical changes to the way your household functions. In many cases, we can help you find a model that will fit your budget.

If you decide to dispose of that old appliance yourself, we recommend you contact your community public works department to learn about collection procedures. Refrigerants have to be removed by a certified technician, according to federal law.

The Energy Guide labels are your assurance that claims of energy efficiency are not just sales-pitch hyperbole. The numbers for energy use and efficiency on the labels are from independent research firms testing those appliances.

Your washing machine can help you cut down on your dryer's energy use. Our staff suggests using the highest spin cycle on your washer to get as much moisture as possible out of your clothes before drying, which will result in less dryer time.

Is your household one of the 15% of American homes that has an extra refrigerator for more storage? If it is, it’s likely that your second one is pretty inefficient. Replacing both with a much larger, modern, energy-efficient model can save you money on your power bill.

Do you have a very specific appliance need that you’ve been having trouble meeting? Let’s talk. No matter what type of appliance you’re looking to add to your home, we may be able to help you get it.

Did you know that the average American household spends more than $2,200 a year on energy bills? Replacing your old, inefficient appliances with modern, energy-efficient ones can translate into substantial savings on your energy bill each year, and it can even save you money on your water bills, too.

If you want a cook top that is separate from the oven, keep in mind that available counter space will be reduced. One way to keep or retrieve a lost work surface is to have an island installed, either to hold the cook top or to act as additional counter space.

Today, you can find refrigerators in every home, but initially it took awhile for these appliances to catch on. But by 1955, refrigerators were found in 80 percent of American homes, and by 2005, that figure had climbed to 99.5 percent.