Buying advice

This page features all of my articles potentially useful to anyone looking into buying a new washing machine or other white goods or kitchen appliance. It features articles from washerhelp on the left column, and articles from my white goods blog on the right, all of which are tagged with "buying advice".

Washerhelp Articles

Are energy labels on Washing Machines misleading?

A look at the potential misleading aspect of using the energy efficiency labels on washing machines
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Are all new washing machines the same size and do they fit the same plumbing fittings?

A look at whether all washing machines are the same size and use the same fittings
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Are new washing machines made as well as they used to be?

A look at the build quality of modern washing machines and how well made they are compared to washing machines of the past
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Are new washing machines only built to last 5 years?

A look at the common perception that washing machines are only built to last 5 years
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Buying washing machines online

A look at buying washing machines online and the various types of company selling online washing machines
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Consumer rights: Washing machines and repairs

Consumer advice relating to buying a washing machine or other appliance online or second hand. Taking the seller to the small claims court - what if the company has gone bust?
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Do washing machines have built-in obsolescence?

A look at the common perception that washing machines are designed specifically not to last, and therefore have built in obsolescence
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Exploding washing machines

A collation of all my articles and the consumer comments on the topic of exploding washing machines
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If I buy a more expensive washing machine, do I get a better washing machine?

A common misconception is that you get a better quality washing machine if you buy a more expensive model higher up in the range. (This is one of the most important questions on Washerhelp regarding choosing a new washing machine)
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ISE washing machines overview

A look into the concept and aspirations behind the ISE washing machine by a repairman with 30 years experience
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John Lewis review

This section reviews the retailer John Lewis and its web site. It also links to John Lewis special offers and services
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Miele washing machines

A look into the build quality of Miele washing machines by a repairman with 30 years experience
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Pros and cons: Quality washing machine verses cheap washing machine?

Looking at the advantages and disadvantages of quality washing machines verses cheap washing machines. It's not always as simple as just buying the best washing machine. If it were there'd only be great quality washing machines, and no one would buy the cheap ones.
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Which are the most reliable and the least reliable makes of washing machine?

A look at the reliability of washing machines with advice about which ones are the most, and the least reliable
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What do the new energy labels mean?

A look at the usefulness of the energy efficiency labels on washing machines
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Washing machine spin speeds

Discussing washing machine spin speeds and whether fast spinning washing machines are worth the extra cost - which is the best washing machine spin speed?
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Washing machine repairers part 2

Finding a reputable washing machine repairman or company isn't always easy, and there are many issues relating to having a washing machine engineer call to your house that are covered in the repairs section. (including links to find a washing machine repairer in your post code are)
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White Goods Help articles (My other website)

Whitegoodshelp is a UK Blog resource specialising in white goods and laundry appliances by Washerhelp author Andy Trigg - a repairman with over 30 years experience in the trade on all levels.