Today, there are many models of refrigerators to choose from. When you are out looking for one, you should consider your own specific needs.
If you have a large family or cook for a lot of people, you need one with more cubic feet of space inside. Side-by-side fridges offer up to as much as 26.2 cubic feet.
If you opt for a side-by-side, you may also want more than one temperature control to cool different types of food. You should also decide if you want the freezer at the top of the fridge or the bottom. This depends on your own needs and whether you access the freezer regularly.
As well, do you want a freezer that is frost-free? Regular freezers take time and patience to defrost. There are also fridges with no freezer. These are available in the standard model, as well as a stainless steel version with either one or two big doors in front and range from about 16.5 cubic feet to 19.5 cubic feet.
If price is your primary concern, you will find that a regular fridge with 18 cubic feet of space inside and a freezer on top can cost anywhere from $330 to just over $900. For this type of fridge you can get an icemaker for about $100 more.
The price range for fridges without freezers is approximately $450 to $1,700 depending on the make and model. A compact fridge can be anywhere from 1.7 cubic feet to 10.3 cubic feet and can costs about $330 all the way up to just over $1,000.
You may choose a refrigerator because you want its style and color to blend nicely with your kitchen’s decor. Colors range from black to white and just about everything in between, including stainless steel to suit your décor. For draft beer enthusiasts, there are also keg refrigerators available, so you can enjoy a cold one anytime at home. If you are concerned about saving energy, there are models that run more efficiently. Side-by-sides consume the most electricity. If you live in a small apartment with limited space, you might opt for a compact model. Some of these can fit right under a counter.
You should also consider what style you want inside. If you have young children, you might want to have spill-proof shelves. There are also adjustable shelves and storage bins, and some have shelves and baskets that glide out. You should also decide if you want a dispenser of water and/or ice built into the door of the fridge. Finally, make sure you get a refrigerator with a good warranty in case repairs or replacement are necessary. If you live in the Los Angeles County area and would like to learn more about the refrigerators that are now available, you need to go to www.chiefappliance.com. Chief Appliance also offers maintenance, parts and repairs to fridges by qualified service technicians who are available at no extra cost at night, and on weekends and holidays. New refrigerators are also available.