[fromct]

To me, this is starting to look like a good candidate for the POA to weigh in on. It has the potential to be another great victory on their already impressive record.

[DebbieB]

Happinow, I can tell you that you do NOT need to purchase appliances through the TV, you can opt out!!! They will give you a credit, we just did that ourselves, so I know it is true, only catch, they have to install the microwave as it is "vented", but not the washer,dryer, dishwasher, fridge or stove. So, good news for you, you can get what you want.

[champion6]

Originally Posted by DebbieB

Happinow, I can tell you that you do NOT need to purchase appliances through the TV, you can opt out!!! They will give you a credit, we just did that ourselves, so I know it is true, only catch, they have to install the microwave as it is "vented", but not the washer,dryer, dishwasher, fridge or stove.

Wow, that's a significant change when buying a new home from TV.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by champion6

Wow, that's a significant change when buying a new home from TV.

I was surprised too. I am one of many who have had no problems with appliances. If you have a problem with anything...call warranty. They have never failed us.

[Happinow]

Originally Posted by DebbieB

Happinow, I can tell you that you do NOT need to purchase appliances through the TV, you can opt out!!! They will give you a credit, we just did that ourselves, so I know it is true, only catch, they have to install the microwave as it is "vented", but not the washer,dryer, dishwasher, fridge or stove. So, good news for you, you can get what you want.

Thanks DebbieB. We wanted Maytag DW and Samsung fridge with the freezer in the bottom. I'm not sure what to get for a stove. Haven't looked at them yet. Had our hearts set on gas but that probably won't work. Afraid of the lines in the attic. Thanks for the info.

[spk7951]

Originally Posted by DebbieB

Happinow, I can tell you that you do NOT need to purchase appliances through the TV, you can opt out!!! They will give you a credit, we just did that ourselves, so I know it is true, only catch, they have to install the microwave as it is "vented", but not the washer,dryer, dishwasher, fridge or stove. So, good news for you, you can get what you want.

Unless things have changed in 3 1/2yrs I am not sure this is entirely correct. Our home was a "spec" home when we bought it. The appliances were GE which we did not want. Answer from TV was "Sorry but that is what comes with this house". Now if you are building new then they probably will allow you to opt out of the appliances.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Originally Posted by Happinow

.......Had our hearts set on gas but that probably won't work. Afraid of the lines in the attic. .......

No natural gas service in any of the homes that have built in the last few years - and none of the ones currently being built as well.

Bill

[DebbieB]

Originally Posted by spk7951

Unless things have changed in 3 1/2yrs I am not sure this is entirely correct. Our home was a "spec" home when we bought it. The appliances were GE which we did not want. Answer from TV was "Sorry but that is what comes with this house". Now if you are building new then they probably will allow you to opt out of the appliances.

It is true for when you build a new home. We are, just saw this week's pictures, house is done. WooHoo! Sorry, should have clarified that it was only for when you build a new home only. I knew Happinow was building a new home, didn't even think of "spec" homes or used homes already built. Can only be opted out prior to construction. We did so before we signed the final papers to start building. Was put into our contract.

[B. Johnson]

We have now been in our home for about three weeks. After the first night we woke to a kitchen floor with a huge pool of water; it was coming from the "upgraded" Whirlpool refrigerator; after an evaluation by the Fields technition, seems the valve permitting water into the ice maker was defective; a new part was ordered and installed. So far so good! I must admit I was very surprised; I mean "Whirlpool" is a well known brand, one I grew up with which I thought always stood for quality. Fields was very responsive and competent in taking care of the problem; but as I say; it was all a little disappointing.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by B. Johnson

We have now been in our home for about three weeks. After the first night we woke to a kitchen floor with a huge pool of water; it was coming from the "upgraded" Whirlpool refrigerator; after an evaluation by the Fields technition, seems the valve permitting water into the ice maker was defective; a new part was ordered and installed. So far so good! I must admit I was very surprised; I mean "Whirlpool" is a well known brand, one I grew up with which I thought always stood for quality. Fields was very responsive and competent in taking care of the problem; but as I say; it was all a little disappointing.

I think that MIGHT have to do with debris in the line left from construction.

[PatandBob]

Originally Posted by DebbieB

It is true for when you build a new home. We are, just saw this week's pictures, house is done. WooHoo! Sorry, should have clarified that it was only for when you build a new home only. I knew Happinow was building a new home, didn't even think of "spec" homes or used homes already built. Can only be opted out prior to construction. We did so before we signed the final papers to start building. Was put into our contract.

Wow - that is surprising. We met with the design center this past August and were told we HAD to take the appliances that came with the house. I wanted to bring my own and was told no.

I'm glad for those starting to build. Wish they had allowed it sooner. Anyone know when this change took place?

[karostay]

When we sat down with the design center.
We had 3 choices of Whirlpool appliances
White, Black or Stainless Steel. There was no option of buying your own
except the washer and dryer.


Update the microwave is fixed
after 3 service calls
Whirlpool realized that this model has a problem with the electronics and came up with the Update Kit to fix the problem.
In my opinion it never should have been installed. I wonder how many more are out there sitting in new homes just waiting to fail ? The right thing to do would be to remedy the situation before it becomes an inconvenience.

[CarGuys]

Originally Posted by PatandBob

Wow - that is surprising. We met with the design center this past August and were told we HAD to take the appliances that came with the house. I wanted to bring my own and was told no.

I'm glad for those starting to build. Wish they had allowed it sooner. Anyone know when this change took place?

We were told No. Pick White Stainless Black standard or Upgraded thats that!

All that opted out your lucky.

[mayBavillager]

We just moved into a new home in the Village of Charlotte. We bought our own washer and dryer at Sears. We bought Whirlpool Duet in the silvertone finish front loader. They were delievered and the washer kept tripping the breaker. Sears said it was the electric circuits so we had to call the warranty dept and they sent the electrician. After he came twice he changed the wiring and we called Sears back because it still kept tripping. They sent another washer and it worked so we all thought the first washer was defective. HOwever, the new washer and the dryer's color did not match so another dryer came. That dryer kept tripping the breaker.
We were disgusted so we decided, upon out builders suggestion, to have the Whirlpools taken back and we went to Sears and bought Kenmore. They are to be delivered next week. I pray they work !

[Happinow]

I've just begun researching which appliances are rated best. The Bosch seem to be rated quite well but are pretty pricey. Then when I looked up Bosch on the web there was a web site with all of the complaints. It seems that even though there are dishwashers for 1,000 it doesn't mean it's good. I feel pretty vulnerable when choosing a brand. Never had to buy multiple appliances before. I think I've only purchased a fridge. I thought that May Tag was really good but I see Electrolux appliances rate higher. Electrolux??? I thought they only made vacuums. If you have appliances that have been true to you what are their brands?