Summer is the most popular season for home renovations in Utah. Longer days, school breaks, and contractor availability push a lot of homeowners into projects they’ve been putting off. Kitchens and laundry rooms are high on that list.
Appliances, almost universally, are the last thing anyone plans for.
If you’re replacing appliances as part of a summer renovation, buying at full retail is the most expensive way to do it. Here’s a better approach.
Why Appliances Are the Last Thing Most Renovators Think About (and Shouldn’t Be)
Home renovation budgets get consumed fast. Cabinets, countertops, flooring, tile, labor. By the time most homeowners get to appliances, they’ve already spent more than they planned and the appliance line item is whatever’s left.
This is backwards, and it costs people money.
Appliances are a predictable cost category. Sizes, fuel types, and configurations can be planned early in a project. The homeowner who knows they need a 30-inch gas range with a specific cutout depth can shop for that appliance weeks before installation day. The homeowner who waits until the cabinets are in and the contractor is asking for the range specs ends up buying whatever is in stock at the nearest big box store at whatever price is on the tag.
Planning ahead doesn’t just reduce stress. It opens access to better pricing.
The Case for Warehouse Appliances in a Renovation
Stretch Your Renovation Budget Further
Every dollar you save on appliances is a dollar that can go toward countertops, lighting, or finishing details. Warehouse pricing on brand-name appliances typically runs well below big box retail, and that difference matters when you’re managing a renovation budget that’s already stretched.
A homeowner buying a refrigerator, a range, and a dishwasher for a kitchen renovation can save $1,000 or more compared to buying the same brands at a national retailer. On a renovation project, that’s a real budget difference.
Same Brands, Same Warranties
Saving money on appliances in a renovation doesn’t mean buying lesser appliances. We carry Whirlpool, Samsung, GE, KitchenAid, Speed Queen, and Maytag. Every unit carries the full manufacturer’s warranty.
According to the Federal Trade Commission, manufacturer warranties travel with the product regardless of the retail channel. Buying from a warehouse does not void coverage. The protection you’d get buying from Home Depot is the same protection you get from us.
Timing Works in Your Favor
Summer renovation timelines are often flexible enough to allow for a warehouse purchase. If your contractor is installing cabinets this week and countertops next week, there’s time to visit our floor, confirm your measurements, and buy the right appliance before installation day.
Our scratch and dent appliances inventory changes regularly. Calling ahead to confirm availability in the categories you need takes two minutes and tells you whether a trip to our West Valley City showroom makes sense.
What to Plan Before You Shop
The difference between a smooth renovation appliance purchase and a stressful one is preparation. Before you visit:
- Confirm your rough-in dimensions for each appliance: opening width, depth, height clearance, and fuel type
- Know which brands you prefer or want to avoid
- Confirm with your contractor when appliances need to be on site before a specific phase of work
- Have a per-appliance budget range in mind before you walk in
With those items ready, you’ll be able to evaluate what’s on our floor immediately and make a decision without a second trip.
Kitchen Renovations
Kitchen appliances drive the most renovation budget stress, and they’re also where warehouse pricing creates the most savings. For a full kitchen appliance package, here’s what to bring for each category.
For refrigerators: confirm your opening width, depth (counter-depth or standard), hinge direction, and height clearance above. We carry French door, side-by-side, top freezer, bottom freezer, and counter-depth options.
For ranges and ovens: confirm your cutout width (most residential kitchens take a 30-inch range) and your fuel type. If your renovation is switching fuel types, confirm that with your contractor before you buy.
For dishwashers: standard built-in width is 24 inches. Confirm your opening dimensions, hookup type, and height clearance under the new countertop if you’re replacing counters as part of the project.
Laundry Room Upgrades
Kitchen renovations get the attention, but summer is also a common time for laundry room upgrades. If the washer or dryer is aging and the laundry room is already part of the project, adding an appliance replacement to the scope is straightforward.
We carry top-load and front-load washers, gas and electric dryers, and matching sets from Speed Queen, Whirlpool, Samsung, and Maytag. For laundry room appliances, confirm your available space dimensions and your dryer fuel type before you shop.
Browse current inventory or call to ask about matching sets in stock.
How to Coordinate With Your Contractor
Appliance timing matters in a renovation. Most contractors prefer to have appliances confirmed before they close up walls, finalize countertop heights, or complete cabinet installation.
The practical sequence: buy your appliances before the final phase of your renovation, not after. For a kitchen renovation, aim to have appliances purchased and staged before cabinet installation is complete. That way your contractor can confirm cutouts and clearances against the actual unit rather than a spec sheet.
If you’re not sure of your timing, ask your contractor when they need appliances confirmed. Then call us at (801) 884-3409 to check current inventory. If we have what you need now and you’re two weeks from installation, we can discuss your options.
Get Your Appliances Before the Summer Rush
Summer renovation demand means appliance inventory moves faster. Units available in May may not be available in July. If you know your renovation is coming and you know the appliances you need, earlier is better.
If cash flow is a factor, we offer appliance financing through Snap Finance and Acima. Both include no-credit-check options and fast approval. Financing a warehouse-priced appliance package typically costs less per month than financing the same category at full retail.
Get Your Renovation Appliances Now
Stop by our showroom in West Valley City, browse our scratch and dent appliances, or call us at (801) 884-3409. We’re here Monday through Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
How early in a renovation should I buy appliances?
As early as you can confirm your dimensions and fuel types. For a kitchen renovation, aim to have appliances purchased before cabinet installation is finalized. This lets your contractor set cutouts and clearances against the actual unit. Buying early also gives you access to better inventory before the summer rush moves through the best options.
Can I hold a unit while my renovation finishes?
Ask us directly. Call (801) 884-3409 to discuss your timeline and we’ll tell you what’s available. We’re straightforward about what we can and can’t accommodate.
Do warehouse appliances come with delivery or installation?
Ask us directly when you call or come in. Our team can give you the current details on what’s available for your specific purchase.
What if I need a specific configuration for a new kitchen layout?
Bring your rough-in dimensions and your contractor’s specs when you visit. We carry a range of configurations across all major appliance categories and can tell you quickly whether something on the floor matches your specs. If it doesn’t, we can let you know what’s coming in.
Is financing available for a renovation appliance purchase?
Yes. We offer financing through Snap Finance and Acima, both with no-credit-check options. Visit our appliance financing page or ask us when you come in.
References
Federal Trade Commission, Warranties: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/warranties