This blog post was guest-written by Appliance Professional in Columbia, SC, where we’re committed to sustainable practices in every aspect of our operations. As part of our ongoing efforts to reduce our environmental impact, we’re proud to collaborate with Landers Appliance in Baltimore, Maryland and Montgomery County, MD. Together, we’re working towards a more sustainable future by extending the life of appliances and reducing waste.
Environmental Benefits of Repairing Your Appliance
Over recent decades, appliances have become more efficient due to stricter EPA standards. Today’s models use significantly less energy and water than those manufactured 20 years ago. If you’re concerned with protecting our environment, upgrading to a newer model might seem like a great choice for energy and water conservation, but these advantages should be weighed against the substantial environmental benefits of repairing over replacing.
Environmental Benefits of Repairing Your Appliance
Most of us recognize that reducing the number of appliances sent to landfills is beneficial, but there are additional environmental advantages to having your appliances repaired. Appliance repair companies have long understood the ecological impact of their work. The most apparent benefit is that repairable units are kept out of landfills. However, the environmental merits of repairing appliances extend far beyond waste reduction. The production of new appliances involves numerous resource-intensive steps: sourcing raw materials, manufacturing components, assembly, packaging, shipping to retailers, and home delivery. In contrast, manufacturing and shipping replacement parts have a much smaller environmental footprint.
An often-overlooked advantage of appliance repair is the feedback it provides to manufacturers. By analyzing which parts frequently fail, manufacturers can design more durable appliances, thereby reducing future environmental impact through enhanced longevity and efficiency.
Landers Appliance prides itself on being an industry leader in environmental stewardship. Beyond offering appliance repair services, Landers provides tips on running your appliances in a way that minimizes environmental impact. The company also educates consumers about the Energy Star program and its significance for household appliances.
Efficiency is paramount not only in how appliances operate but also in how Landers Appliance conducts its appliance service operations. Technicians run multiple service calls daily, with routes meticulously planned by office staff to minimize driving time. This careful planning not only saves time, enabling technicians to manage more service calls per day, but it also reduces carbon emissions and vehicle wear and tear. Furthermore, Landers opts for the smallest, most fuel-efficient vehicles capable of completing the job effectively.
One of their practices also has a big benefit to you – they work to complete repair jobs in just one trip when possible. That means keeping their vehicles stocked with frequently-used parts, taking parts with them on calls that may solve the problem, and even learning how to fix appliances without new parts when possible. Not only does that save miles and time that can be spent repairing other appliances, it gets your appliance repaired quickly!
As forward-thinking companies, Appliance Professional and Landers Appliance are members of the United Appliance Servicers Association. This organization facilitates sharing important information and strategies for running an efficient appliance service business. Insights learned by one member are shared with others to improve the industry, including its positive impact on the environment.
Buying New Appliances, the Green Way
While there can be advantages to repairing an appliance, it isn’t always the right choice. Whether parts are no longer available, the repair is too expensive, or the unit is far past the end of its design life, Landers can help with replacing appliances as well. Landers Appliance emphasizes sustainability through its careful selection of durable and reliable brands like Amana, Beko, Bosch, Electrolux, Frigidaire, GE, KitchenAid, Maytag, Samsung, Speed Queen, and Whirlpool. By guiding customers to appliances that are known for longevity and requiring fewer repairs, they help reduce the environmental toll associated with frequent replacements and the manufacturing of new units. This approach not only extends the lifecycle of appliances but also diminishes the waste and resource depletion typically involved in producing and disposing of household appliances.
Landers takes it one step further by providing extensive training to their employees, ensuring that installations are done right. Proper installation can lead to optimal appliance performance, which means better energy efficiency and fewer service calls. Additionally, their one-stop shopping experience and robust service agreements encourage maintaining and repairing appliances rather than discarding them, further supporting a sustainable consumption model. By extending the lifespan of appliances through effective service and quality control, Landers contributes to a reduction in overall environmental impact, so you can feel good about a purchase that not only supports a local family-owned business, but also helps the planet.
At Appliance Professional, we share Landers Appliance’s commitment to excellence and environmental responsibility. Our collaboration reflects a mutual dedication to providing sustainable appliance solutions that benefit both our customers and the planet. If you’re looking for reliable, environmentally conscious appliance repair services, turn to Appliance Professional. Together, we can make a significant impact on reducing our environmental footprint one repair at a time.
If you live in Maryland, connect with our Landers team to discuss appliance repair and sales in Baltimore, Maryland and appliance repair and sales in Rockville, MD and Montgomery County.