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Appliances/Purchasing: Home

This libguide provides information to make appliance purchasing less stressful.

Electric Appliance Show in Copperhill, Tennessee, 1949/National Archives

SLCL Branches and Hours

Branch Hours & Locations
Information about the 20 branches of the SLCL.
Contact Us
Contact the library by phone, text, chat or email.

Buying Guides

Appliance Buying Guide
How to choose the right size, style and features for your needs
How to compare brands and models and find the best deals
How to avoid common pitfalls and scams that can ruin your purchase
Major Appliance Buying Guide: Features, Types, and FAQ (2024)
This article reviews types of major appliances and what you should know when you’re looking to make a purchase.

Companies Make the Appliances Where?

Where do Appliance Companies Make their Products?
American-Owned Companies with American Production
International Companies with American Production
International Companies Importing Into the USA

Appliance Lifespans

How Long Do Appliances Last? /AARP and Consumer Reports

Refrigerators: 11 (side-by-side) to 14 years (top freezer)

Stoves and ranges: 12 (electric) to 14 years (gas)

Dishwasher: 10 years.

Dryer: 13 years

Washing Machines: 10 t0 13 years (top-loading machines typically last a few years longer).