Fridge Freezers
20 posts in this category.
Integrated vs Freestanding Appliances – The UK Buying Guide
What does integrated and freestanding actually mean? The terms are used loosely in kitchen showrooms and on retailer websites, which has the unhelpful effect of leaving consumers unsure…
Should I Repair or Replace my Appliance?
Why does the repair-or-replace decision feel so difficult? When an appliance breaks down, most people face the same problem: they have no reliable way of knowing whether the…
Should I Buy a ‘Smart’ Appliance?
What is the safety issue? Hotpoint and Indesit have identified a potential fault in the lid shut-off valve on certain gas cooker models. After repeated use over time,…
Can You Lay a Fridge or Freezer on Its Side or Back When Moving It?
Why does the position matter when moving a fridge? The risk is not to the outer casing - it is to the sealed refrigeration system inside. Every fridge…
Poor distance selling compliance
Understanding your rights to return an online purchase is one thing. Actually exercising those rights when a retailer resists is another. This article looks at the practical difficulties…
Appliance just out of guarantee and unrepairable
An appliance that breaks down shortly after the manufacturer's guarantee expires - and is then declared unrepairable - is one of the most frustrating situations a consumer can…