What do you do when your home appliance breaks down? Do you attempt to repair it, hire services of a professional, or just give up and buy a new one?
Repairing saves a lot of money especially when you can do it yourself— and is usually easier than most people think. You should only attempt to do a repair if you can establish the source of the problem. Lastly, make sure the repairing you are about to do will not tamper with any warranty.
When should you hire the services of a professional to repair you fridge, oven, or dishwasher? Call for service when you establish you cannot fulfill the conditions above and find that it is cheaper than replacing it.
An appliance in warranty is a factor you should consider when your product has broken down. Usually, a 1-year warranty comes with most appliances. Plus, you can have additional warranty packages from your appliance dealer if you bought them when you purchased your appliance. So, it’s always recommended to call the place you purchased your unit from to check on any possible warranties.
The terms of the warranty should be such that repairing is a cheap and reasonable option from factory-certified service providers. Check if the equipment has a full or partial warranty. A partial warranty may be where the manufacturer only covers the cost of the parts, but does not cover the cost of labor. Calculate what it will cost you to pay for the labor against buying a new unit.
Sometimes it is wise to buy a new appliance, especially if the cost of repairs exceeds its value, the appliance is old and outdated, and if parts are obsolete. When shopping for new equipment, consider costs such as the delivery and installation. Look for a buyer who will offer inexpensive, if not free, delivery and installation options.
