Washer and Dryer Combo – Space Saving Convenience
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Washer and Dryer Combo
Are you a little tight for space but still want a great performing washer and dryer? Instead of purchasing separate units, how about a washer and dryer combo? We’ll review these units in more detail and discuss some of the pros and cons.
First of all, a washer and dryer combo is normally a stacked set of units. They are designed to deliver great performance but can save you a great deal of space since they can be stacked vertically.
These units are produced by a variety of major appliance manufacturers including Frigidaire, GE, LG, and others. Their cost usually ranges from around $1,000 to $1,500
for the set. There are some units which cost less but their performance may be marginal.
If you elect to go this route, save up the extra money to get a good unit. It will provide
you with excellent results and a more reliable and trouble free operation.
One of the top rated units is the Frigidaire GLEH1642FS. It retails for around $1,000.
The units contains both a high capacity and durable washer and fully featured
dryer. The dryer can be powered either electrically or through a gas hookup for
approximately the same money.
A number of websites have rated this unit as a number one pick. Many users report
that it has a large capacity with easy to read controls. However one major negative
voiced is longer than expected drying times. However the overall results are very
positive so be sure to give this unit serious consideration.
A second good choice is LG WM 3431HW washer dryer combo. Both the washer
and the dryer are contained in the same tub. This provides for outstanding space
savings. In addition there is no vent required for the dryer.
Some drawbacks to the unit include relatively long drying time and limited capacity
in the washer. Keep in mind that in order to provide for good space savings, there
does typically have to be some tradeoff on capacity in the washer and/or dryer.
There is simply no getting around this situation. Even if there was a unit which
could be stacked even higher, the available width tends to limit the capacity.
But these units are a good option for people who want the convenience of a washer
and dryer in their home but don’t have much room for them. In this case the use of
a washer and dryer combo is a great way to accomplish this goal.