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January 18, 2015
Appliance Price Increases
Best Time to Buy New AppliancesWatch Out for 2015 Price IncreasesWe've written before about the best time to buy new appliances. When your life changes and you move from a place that has appliances to a new place that doesn't have appliances, you need to buy appliances. When your old appliance breaks down or starts making loud noises, it's time to buy new appliances. When you're doing a complete remodel of your kitchen, it's time to buy new appliances.Here's another time when you might want to jump from a looker to a buyer of appliances. Manufacturers regularly schedule price increases to keep up with rising costs. 2015 is starting out as a year that is going to have some price increases in major appliances. Below is a flyer on Wolf Sub-Zero's price increase coming February 1st. Wolf cooking appliances and Sub-Zero refrigerators are fantastic appliances. They're premium products and they come with a premium price. Let's suppose you are soon going to be in the market for some new kitchen appliances, and have a budget for luxury appliances of $20,000. Now, think of a price increase of say 10%. That's $2,000 more that can stay in your pocket, or you could wait and pay more. Who wants to do that?Call or visit the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today, and ask them how you can save by buying major appliances and plumbing fixtures now, and BEAT the February 1st price increase. -
November 02, 2014
Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center
Visit Our Showrooms Welcome to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center If you've been looking for appliances, chances are you may have been disappointed. Maybe you went to one of those big box stores. You know, where the sales guys wear those orange or blue aprons. They're everywhere. I rely on them for light bulbs and gardening supplies. Plumbing fixtures and appliances? Not so much. They've got a couple of the big brands lined up, but the sales folks don't seem to know one from the other. Ask them a question and they start reading off the price tag. You can do that! On the other hand, perhaps you've been to one of those boutique showrooms. You feel like you need to get dressed up to shop there. Just a few brands with names you can't pronounce, and you're not bold enough to dare ask the price. Relax. You're about to discover Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). Of course, they carry all the popular appliance brands such as: Amana Bosch Frigidaire GE KitchenAid LG Maytag Samsung Whirlpool Not to mention top plumbing fixture names: American Standard Brizo Franke Grohe HansGrohe KWC Toto and more.UAKC also carries premium and specialty appliance brands: Asko Bertazzoni Dacor DCS Fisher & Pakel Jenn-Air Scotsman Marvel U-line Vent-a-Hood And luxury appliances too: AGA Gaggenau GE Monogram La Cornue Miele Sub Zero Thermador Wolf Viking As great as it is having all these brands to choose from, it's even more exciting when you visit the UAKC -
August 16, 2014
Mass Premium Appliances
Affordable Upgraded Appliances at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterMass Premium Appliance BrandsUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is Headquarters in Southern California for the "mass" appliance brands like GE, Frigidaire, Maytag, and Whirlpool. And most of you know that with locations in Studio City and Calabasas they also focus on the "luxury" brands including Wolf Sub Zero, Viking, Thermador, Miele and Gaggenau.There is also a growing market for brands known as "mass premium" appliance brands. The mass premium moniker fits those brands that are NOT in the upper stratosphere price-wise with names like Sub Zero and Miele, but nevertheless are in a higher price category than GE, Whirlpool, and Frigidaire's more entry level offerings. The mass premium category includes KitchenAid, Bosch, GE Café/Profile, and Electrolux. We might even consider Korean brands LG and Samsung as in the mass premium category as well as the Italian labels recently launched in the U.S. Fulgor Milano and Bertazzoni. All these brands are strategically positioned with pricing and feature levels definitely above the mass, but nevertheless not luxury. (It gets fuzzy. Electrolux brand certainly has some products that might be considered above mass premium, and Jenn-Air purposely describes itself as "super premium", evidently meaning more than mass premium, but not quite luxury).In any case let's take a look at two brands who seem to be comfortable calling themselves mass premium - KitchenAid and Bosch.Part of the Whirlpool family of brands, KitchenAid is focused on the kitchen (does not have washers and dryers). Here's how -
May 16, 2014
Luxury appliances on a budget
Save Money on Luxury Brands at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterIf you are building a new house or remodeling your kitchen, and are suffering from sticker shock on the cost of luxury appliances do not despair. Yes, famous name luxury brands can easily price some of us out of the market, but there are some options. Here are three ways that the folks at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) can help you get appliances you'll love at a price you can afford.1. Chose a different luxury brand.If price is a consideration (isn't it always?), don't limit yourself to the big names. There is a growing list of quality appliances in the luxury category that may fit your needs. Tell your appliance consultant at UAKC that you are willing to look at alternative brands if you can save money. For example, Bertazzoni is a brand that's been around in Europe for generations, but has just recently decided to export to the U.S. Check out this pro-style gas range that sells for half the price of some of the big name luxury brands.Bertazzoni Master Series MAS304GASXEFeatures 30" Pro-Style Gas Range 4 Sealed Aluminum Burners 18,000 BTU Burner 3.6 cu. ft. Convection Oven Full-Width Infrared Broiler2. Luxury Brand Name vs Luxury ProductYou may be able to purchase a luxury product that is not a luxury brand. For example, GE Monogram is the designated luxury brand of GE Appliances, and GE Monogram has a full-line of built-in refrigerators. -
January 31, 2014
Appliance Manufacturer Rebates and Offers
Rebates Now Available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center There was a time...back in the 80's when there was no such thing as an appliance rebate. Apparently, manufacturer rebates first began to appear in retail stores such as grocers as a variation on coupons. Instead of redeeming coupons at the grocer, consumers had to mail them in with proof of purchase. Eventually, rebates spread to other businesses and today they are a major part of appliance retailing. GE was an early adopter of rebate promotions to encourage buyers to purchase GE appliances. click on the photo below for details: Manufacturers use rebates as part of their overall marketing program to encourage consumers to buy their brand, but just as importantly to buy a specific appliance model or even a complete kitchen appliance package. For a long time, rebates were limited to the popular mass brands such as Frigidaire, GE, and Whirlpool. Luxury brands Sub Zero Wolf, Viking, and others eschewed rebates in the beginning, but eventually succumbed to using rebates as a promotional tactic. click on the photo below for details: It's good to know, however, that rebates DO come and go. All rebate programs are going to have beginning dates and expiration dates. Rebates might last for a year, but they also might be good only for a few days. It's always going to be a good idea to check with the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to find out what rebates are available when you are -
January 22, 2014
Dishwasher Wars: Bosch, Miele, and GE Monogram
New Premium Dishwashers mean YOU WIN Get a great deal on a new luxury dishwasher at UAKC The year 2014 has barely begun and 3 high end dishwasher manufacturers are out there promoting their new dishwashers. While Bosch is touting a dishwasher lineup featuring several models with third racks, Miele has launched a professional dishwasher for the home, with fast cycle times of less than 30 minutes. The new GE Monogram has its own soundtrack that, fitting a luxury brand, plays piano music when it turns on or off. All these great new dishwashers from luxury brands signal competition that is heating up, and that means Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) has sizzling promotions from the top dishwasher manufacturers in the industry. UAKC will help you get a great dishwasher and save you money at the same time! Read below to learn more about these dishwashers direct from Kitchen and Bath Business magazine. BoschBosch has introduced its next generation dishwasher line, which includes a third rack on more models, European-inspired designs and quiet performance. By incorporating a third rack, approximately 30 percent more loading area is offered while also providing increased flexibility. The V-shaped third rack allows room for long-stemmed wine glasses on the second rack, while the center provides space for large items and cooking utensils. The new dishwashers are offered with four design options including a recessed handle, bar handle, flush handle and custom panel. To ensure minimal noise, Bosch’s -
December 06, 2013
Save up to $3500 on select Monogram® appliance packages.*
GE Monogram Rebates at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center Everybody likes to save money on appliances and rebates are everywhere. The nice thing about GE Monogram rebates is that they're instant at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center. No difficult hoops to go through. No postmark deadlines. AND no waiting months for your rebate check to arrive. Receive a $1500 instant rebate when you purchase 1) a Monogram professional range with either a hood or a 24" dishwasher OR 2) a Monogram wall oven and cooktop with either a hood or a 24" dishwasher. Bonus: Receive an extra $1500 when you add a Monogram built-in refrigerator. Receive another $500 when you pair the refrigerator with a built-in wine reserve. Offer valid August 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013. Visit a participating Monogram dealer for details. Download the list of eligible models: GE MONOGRAM REBATE ELIGIBLE MODELS Save $1500 when you purchase an eligible professional range and hood OR an eligible professional range and 24" dishwasher. Save $1500 when you purchase an eligible wall oven and cooktop with hood OR an eligible wall oven and cooktop with 24" dishwasher. Receive a $1500 instant rebate when you purchase an eligible wall oven and cooktop with hood OR an eligible wall oven and cooktop with 24" dishwasher. Save $1500 when you purchase an eligible professional range and 24" dishwasher OR an eligible wall oven and cooktop with 24" dishwasher. Save $1500 when you combine an eligible hood with either a cooktop and wall oven, -
August 06, 2013
You CAN fit a luxury Wolf Range in your kitchen
Wolf 30" Gas and Dual Fuel Ranges Available at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center So, you say "It's just a 30" range. What's the big deal?" You'd be surprised. All the quality and exclusive features you'd expect with a luxury Wolf 48" or 60" range are right there in the Wolf 30" GR304 gas range and the Wolf 30" DF304 dual fuel range. What's really great about this is that even in a production home with an ordinary 30" space, there's room for a superior product such as a Wolf range. Wolf GR304 30" Gas RangeWolf has perfected the form, function and sheer durability of stainless steel gas ranges. The Wolf gas range offers a variety of standard features such as an infrared oven broiler, convection baking, dual-stacked sealed surface burners and our signature large red control knobs. Wolf gas ranges are available in natural or LP gas. Wolf DF304 30" Dual Fuel RangeWolf’s dual fuel range delivers state-of-the-art cooking expertise to meet the discriminating consumers’ needs. The dual fuel range offers standard dual-stacked sealed surface burners. The large electric oven features ten cooking modes and the Wolf exclusive dual convection system that delivers even temperature and airflow throughout. The dual fuel range is available in natural or LP gas. DF304 FEATURES • Stainless steel exterior finish with island trim included. • Red, black or stainless steel control knobs (specify with range). • Stainless steel bezels -
July 02, 2013
New Wolf 30" Wall Ovens
Wolf Wall Ovens - America's Premier Brand Featured at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterWolf L Series 30" Single Wall Ovens SO30F/S and SO30U/S These Wolf ovens feature a unique dual convection system that offers user flexibility and control which is unbeatable. The intuitive controls are easily accessible from the exclusive Wolf rotating control panel. The durable and attractive blue interior is illuminated by twin halogen lights. The SO30F/S has a framed door style oven, and the SO30U/S has an unframed door style. Both are in stainless steel finish. The 30" built-in single oven pairs nicely with the Wolf microwave, which is identical in width. • Framed and unframed door styles in stainless steel finish. • Dual convection logic control system. • Ten cooking modes — bake, roast, broil, convection bake, convection roast, convection broil, convection, bake stone (accessory required), dehydrate (acces- sory required) and proof. • Rotating glass touch control panel. • Cobalt blue porcelain oven interior. • Six-level rack guides with three adjustable oven racks; one full-extension easy glide, one full-extension door glide and one standard. • Large viewing triple-pane window. • Dual interior halogen lighting. • Hidden bake element and recessed broil element. • Temperature probe and receptacle. • Self-clean, delayed start and Sabbath feature. • Spring and damper door hinge system for smooth opening and closing. Model SO30F/S Framed Door Style Model SO30U/S Unframed Door Style For the best selection and prices on Wolf and other premier appliance -
December 07, 2012
How important is a brand name?
Name brand appliances tell a story. Marketers use the term brand equity to describe the worth of a brand. Brands are built over time and firms invest millions in their brand image and reputation. A brand has meaning. It stands for something. A marketing executive once said, "A brand is a promise." When considering appliance brands, the brand tells a story. Major appliance manufacturers segment their brands to fit different buyers. For example, some brands are considered value brands. Value brands are built and priced to represent a value to entry level buyers who need performance at a price, i.e. good value on a tight budget. At the other extreme of the price spectrum are luxury and super luxury brands. These are the Cadillacs and Bentleys of the appliance industry and they carry a luxury cache' and a luxury price tag as well. In the middle are core or mass brands such as Whirlpool and GE that represent a wide range of choices and prices in the broad middle of the consumer market. Above the mass brands are premium brands that don't quite fit in the luxury category, but are a step up from the mass brands. Some marketers refine these brands even more adding for example, super premium brands, brands that are between premium and luxury. In any case, the story brands tell is related to the segment of the population that the brand is trying to represent. Customers sometimes self-select their own market category. Often demographics and income
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