

With a front loader, you’ll probably want to buy a set of pedestals which will cost an extra $250 per piece.

Plus, they’ve made the machine a bit taller to allow for more capacity as well. Kenmore has done away with the center post in front-loading washers which frees up so much space.

When it comes to washing machines, size definitely does matter! I guess needs don’t change much over time, do they?īeing used to my smaller washer, I was in awe of the extra deep wash tub on the model I looked at. I expected him to talk about steam cleaning or special fancy wash cycles, but he said actually the number one consideration is price and number 2 is capacity. Sweet! I asked Barry what the most popular features are on washers and dryers.
#New washing machine upgrade#
If we upgrade to a new set, we’ll probably cut down on the number of loads by 30% or more. This means that our washer has to run frequently to keep up with our wash. The previous owners of our house didn’t have any kids and so they had no need for a large washer and dryer. We have about 2 wash cycles and the capacity is very small. Getting a tour of the most popular washer and dryer set was such an eye-opener for me. I guess he’s seen a lot of changes over the last 70 years 🙂 When I met with Barry the first thing he told me was that he has been in the appliance business for 70 years! His father ran an appliance store so he’s been learning since he was born. My Sears expert, Barry, asked me a few questions about my current washer and dryer and gave me his cell phone number in case I needed to change my appointment time. I scheduled an appointment online at the Sears website and quickly received a follow-up call. My experience with Sears Expert appointment was nothing but positive. Going over the features of the Sears Kenmomre line of washers and dryers was pretty much on a par with how my husband would feel test driving a shiny new truck. So I might just have squealed (totally out of character for me) when Sears asked me to meet with an appliance expert and learn about the washers and dryers offered at Sears. This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sears Home Appliances and Services. And with the workout my family gives our appliances every single day, an upgrade is definitely becoming a priority.
#New washing machine series#
Ever have to deal with appliances that are a little less than efficient? After reading the Little House book series I am sooo grateful for our washer and dryer, but I have to admit they are a throwback to the 90’s.
