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Survey Results Say Appliance Repair Business is in Need of Fixing

A state of appliance repair survey confirms what most already know: the appliance repair business could use a tune up. BrandSource partner, Allstate Protection Plans conducted a “Major Appliances Blues Survey” and the results provide what factors are having on homeowners. It was reported that 78 percent of respondents waited more than three days from scheduling to receive an appointment.…

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Toshiba Washer Dryer All-in-One, More Performance with Less consumption

An all-in-one, washer-dryer combo is almost never the best way to do your laundry. However, if a combo unit truly is your only option for washing and drying clothes in your apt or home, the Toshiba Washer Dryer is a good bet. If you can install a dishwasher at home, you can install this all-in-one washer-dryer. The Toshiba Washer Dryer is…

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Elmira Stove Works, Retro-look Appliance Maker gets Acquired and Rebrands

Canadian manufacturer, Elmira Stove Works has been acquired by Ontario-based conglomerate Plaintree Systems. Since 1975 the vintage-style kitchen appliance company has been making and distributing retro-look ranges, refrigerators, microwaves, wall ovens, range hoods, dishwashers and wood-burning stoves. Elmira currently serves a network of over 300 dealers across North America. Its product line includes 1850s- and 1950s-inspired products under the Northstar,…

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Whirlpool is Easing Supply Shortages and Coping with Inflation Challenges

Marc Bitzer,  Whirlpool CEO was recently on CNBC’s Jim Cramer on “Mad Money and reports that  the company is handling inflationary pressure and has seen supply chain shortages start to ease. “Inflation challenges are real, but I think we’ve been able to demonstrate we can cope with them,” Bitzer said Monday. “Covid-induced inflation, I think we had a pretty good…

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