Is your dishwasher in dire need of an upgrade or have you noticed your refrigerator could be a bit bigger? Appliance shopping may not be the most exciting activity, but it’s a necessary part of making your home an oasis and the go-to place for making entertaining friends and family a hassle-free ordeal. There’s no need to head to overcrowded department stores. These five Atlanta stores have an amazing selection of appliances and offer excellent customer service and guaranteed repairs.

Howard Payne Company, Inc.
3583 D Chamblee-Tucker Rd.
Atlanta, GA 30341
(770) 451- 0136
howardpayne.com

Howard Payne Company has a spectacular showroom in Atlanta and has been outfitting Atlanta homes since 1976. Founded by the late Howard Payne Jr., the company is now owned and operated by Howard’s sons, Jeff and Jon. Howard Payne offers ovens, refrigerators, dishwashers, washer and dryers and everything else you need to have a top-notch kitchen. Brands sold here include Sub-Zero, which uses dual refrigeration to keep food fresh for longer;  Zephyr, who supplies state-of-the-art range hoods; and Five Star, which is known for its amazing grills and ovens, among many other brands. Howard Payne’s website features samples of their work, so you can check out the kind of quality you can expect from them.

Baumann Appliance
987 Chattahoochee Ave. #C
Atlanta, GA 30318
(404) 605-0200
baumannappliance.com

Baumann Appliance was founded in 1975 and is known in Atlanta for its great selection, price points and reliability. The store offers installation and repair for every brand that it sells. This is where to go to find the most common home appliances, like washers and dryers, refrigerators and cooktops. Also find popular brand names, including Frigidaire, Maytag and Whirlpool. Baumann offers unique items for those that do a lot of entertaining, like ice makers and wine storage unites.

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Builder Specialities
Buckhead Showroom
761 Miami Circle, Suite D
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 233-6131
builderspecialties.net

Builder Specialities prides itself on having a vast inventory of appliances on hand and fast turnaround on special orders. In addition to having major appliances from brands like Viking, Bosch, GE, Jenn-Air and Electrolux, the experienced staff offers quality fireplace installation, garage door services and insulation services for attics. If you’re a barbecue guru, this is a great spot for all kinds of grills for outdoor cooking. If you’re looking for a good bargain, Builder Specialities offers deep discounts for appliances that are in working order, but are dented or scratched. Do check the website for promotions as they change often.

Atlanta Appliance Repair
(404) 410-2490
(800) 496-4615
info@atlantaappliancerepair.com
AtlantaApplianceRepair.com

Don’t end up spending thousands of dollars on new appliances only to find out that your old appliance just needed a few, simple repairs. If you’re not sure whether you need to repair or replace your appliance, call Atlanta Appliance Repair; they will send a certified technician  to your home and give you an honest assessment. The company guarantees their parts and labor for a year. If your refrigerator is on the fritz, you will be comforted to know that Atlanta Appliance Repair gives priority to refrigerator problems and offers same day and emergency services, so all that money you just spent on groceries won’t be lost. Senior Citizens get $10 all off their repair services with ID.

BrandsMart USA
2918 Buford Drive
Buford, GA 30519
(770) 932-1088
www.brandsmartusa.com

With four locations in the Atlanta metro area, BrandsMart USA sells brand names appliances, garage and backyard gear, office products, home goods and more at discounted prices. This is appliance heaven–find everything from ice machines, range hoods, dishwashers and washer/dryers to air conditioners, wine coolers and trash compactors. Buyers can also take advantage of free delivery on appliances over $400 for some extra savings. Visit BrandsMart USA’s newest location in Gwinnett County to take a look at the offerings in the giant “green building,” which is Georgia’s largest eco-friendly warehouse.

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