Don't replace your appliance - repair!
It’s no secret that home appliances play a vital role in our everyday lives, from washing to eating, enabling once time-consuming tasks to become a breeze in the hustle and bustle of the household.
The average household appliance holds a lifespan of a decade - that's 10 years of family roasts in ovens, fresh dry clothes in tumble dryers, packed lunches in fridges and clean plates in dishwashers. So, why is it when faults occur with our appliances, only 2% of us choose to get them repaired?
Perhaps consumers are considering cutting their losses under the belief a repair will cost a similar price to a replacement? Years ago, that may have been the case. However, in the year 2022, If you are looking to replace an appliane, research from price comparison websites has found that the prices of white goods and gadgets have soared by 30% in the last two years.
The average price of a washing machine was up by 46% or £152 between January 2020 and February 2022, and a tumble dryer £70. It has been calculated those consumers willing to replace will end up paying 30% more this year– with wholesale shipping and costs rising. A standard American fridge freezer has increased from £12 to £80 for standard shipping. Whilst it is cheaper to repair, we appreciate that in previous years, the option of repairing was deemed a more difficult task, as it has been hard to obtain spare parts from manufacturers, in hopes consumers would purchase new appliances at high costs.
Your right to repair
However, the ‘Right to Repair’ legislation now requires manufacturers to make spare parts available for up to 10 years. These new rules should bring an end to the frustration of having to throw away an item because a small part is no longer working and is no longer in stock. This means a repair will always be a viable option within your appliances’ lifespan! It’s time to utilize this right.
This is where we can help!
By choosing to repair and not replace with us at Go Assist, you will be doing your bit for the climate by ‘preventing 1.5 million tonnes of waste a year'. Our Go Green initiative also pledges that we will plant one tree for every repair booked. We’re committed to helping our customers go carbon neutral - and our speedy yet simple online booking journey makes it easier than ever to make a difference for the planet.
Within a few clicks, we will have connected you to our ever-expanding nationwide network of expert engineers - aiming to be out on the road within 24/48 hours. We believe in your right to repair, but we won’t stop there. Although our service may start on our online booking page, this certainly isn’t where it ends.
We are dedicated to helping our customer's appliances avoid skips. Once signed up with us, you will be provided with numerous tips via our online content on how to keep your appliance well maintained to prevent any future faults from occurring.
Not only this but we also provide a free year’s home membership giving you access to our discounted services and repairs, keeping your household covered. Our membership can save £100s of pounds off home repairs, maintenance and even installations. A go assist home membership ensures you receive priority, discounted booking; our experts will aim to get you in for a same-day or next-day appointment where possible.
Invest in the planet by investing in your appliances. Take out a repair with us today for a faultless tomorrow or join our home membership for £1 to keep your house covered for all future repairs, installations or services you may need.