General Electric appliances are some of the most popular in the world, so it is fairly easy to find parts and accessories for your appliances by GE. Additionally, by ordering and installing the parts and accessories yourself, you save money and save the time of waiting for a repairman.

Whether you need GE appliance parts and accessories for GE small appliances, GE profile appliances or GE monogram appliances, there's no need to visit a GE appliance store. Most GE appliances supplies and equipment are just a click away on the Internet. Online, you can order:

1. Genuine GE appliance parts;

2. Genuine GE appliances accessories;

3. And repair manuals to help you fix GE appliances.

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Find GE appliance parts

Why pay a repairman to make simple repairs to your GE commercial and GE home appliances? Instead, you can order the parts, make the repairs and save your company money. For appliances that are critical to the operation of your business, you may even want to order some parts in advance so you will have them on hand for a faster repair.

I recommend: PartsSelect.com stocks thousands of genuine parts for GE consumer & industrial appliances. If you have the model number of your appliance, then you can easily search the website to see what's available. You may also want to browse for parts on Appliance Help. The company offers parts for GE appliances that include air conditioners, dehumidifiers, ovens, refrigerators and washing machines.

Locate GE appliances accessories

Accessories for GE appliances come in many forms, and often they make the product easier to use or enhance its value. For example, you can order water filters for ice makers; new front panels for dishwashers; and ducts, hoses and vent brushes for washers and dryers.

I recommend: General Electric has a large selection of accessories for refrigerators, dishwashers, microwaves, air conditioners, compactors and other GE appliances. All accessories come with a one-year warranty, except for water filters. Abt is an authorized online retailer for General Electric accessories. The company's website is a good way to learn what accessories and cleaning supplies are available for GE air conditioners, dishwashers and microwaves.

Track down manuals to repair General Electric appliances

Now that you've found the parts and accessories you need for your General Electric appliances, you may also need to locate repair manuals. These manuals take the guesswork out of fixing your appliances, and they help ensure that you do the job right the first time.

I recommend: Check out the selection of GE repair manuals from Point and Click Appliance Repair. They are produced by the manufacturer and are specific to GE appliances. Appliance411 from Daniel O'Neill also stocks a selection of repair manuals for appliances by General Electric.

Offering GE Consumer & Industrial appliances to your customers can give you a leg up on appliance competitors. General Electric's receipt of the Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award from the United States Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency in 2006 shows that they care about their consumers, and will show that you too care about your customers.

With GE appliances ranging from refrigerators and freezers to ventilation and water systems, the choices you can offer in your business are endless. But before stocking your inventory with GE appliance products, consider each of the following:

1. Have GE appliance products available.

2. Have reliable GE appliance dealers in your business network.

3. Have service for your customers after they buy GE appliances from you.

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Familiarize yourself with appliances by GE

From GE small appliances to high-end models, there's a wide range of options available to your business and customers. Consider offering the appliance series available--GE Monogram appliances, Profile appliances, and the Café appliances.

I recommend: UniverSal Appliance and Kitchen Center can offer assistance on the monogram appliance series, as well as an avenue to purchase appliances. Buy-Appliances offers GE Profile appliances, which is a series that offers a contemporary design paired with everyday function. The GE Café line transforms everyday kitchens with restaurant-quality appliances.

Find GE appliance dealers for your business resources

Having the inventory of GE home appliances for your customers is crucial in a successful business. While you can't always have every product on your showroom floor, you need to have access to the GE appliance products for fast delivery to your customers.

I recommend: GE's Business to Business (B2B) guide can aid in locating GE appliance distributors for your business. Jacobson Distributing Company and Custom Distributors both offer services, to small business, in getting you the products you need for your customers.

Offer support on your GE appliances

The relationship with your customers shouldn't end with the sale of the initial GE appliance. By carrying GE appliance parts and offering service with the sale, you can further the bond that customers look for in a business.

I recommend: Develop a relationship with parts distributors to keep your customer's appliances in working order. APD International is one of the largest distributors of large parts in the Northeast United States. You can find GE appliance replacement parts at PartSelect, and can receive same-day shipping on their in-stock products.

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Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  Consider becoming a GE appliance service center. This opens the door to new customers who may have purchased their GE appliances at different retail locations.
• •  When beginning a new business relationship with GE appliance distributors, verify their good standing with the Better Business Bureau.

If you are interested in using General Electric appliances in your office, you will be faced with many choices. Before you contact GE appliance dealers to purchase the desired products, it is important to get an idea of exactly what you should buy. Obtaining quality appliances by General Electric is important, which is where GE appliances advice and ratings come in. Fortunately, you can find information about GE home appliances on many online sites.

Finding information online about appliances by GE before you buy can save you both time and money, as research helps you get the right product the first time around. Some of the best resources include common sites on the Internet, so consider the following:

1. Find blogs about popular GE appliance parts and GE appliance models online.
2. Check out reviews of both GE consumer & industrial appliances on the Internet.
   
3. Browse Internet forums to get real opinions on GE appliances.
   

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Take note of blogs about GE appliance products

If you want to find recent information about GE appliances, as well as opinions about GE product quality, check out online blogs. Many bloggers enjoy sharing their experiences with readers, and most discuss current trends, ratings and product recalls.

I recommend: Find out about recalled GE products at the Complete Home Inspections blog. Appliance Parts Blog provides postings about recently recalled GE appliances.

Read reviews before you buy GE appliances

Saving your time and money is important, and purchasing quality products the first time around is a great way to do this. Use your time wisely by reading reviews before contacting your local GE appliance distributors. Be sure to read several reviews to get the best picture. If a product you are interested in gets nothing but bad reviews, you will be glad you didn't waste your time and money purchasing it before researching.

I recommend: My3cents and RateItAll offer consumer reviews on a multitude of GE products.

Peruse forums to find user opinions on appliances by GE

Another way to obtain the opinions of real users is to check out online forums or message boards. This is a fast way to see how several people feel about a product, and in-depth discussions about a particular brand or product can provide plenty of insight. Learn a few things you didn't know before when you consider the experiences of other people who have used GE products.

I recommend: The GardenWeb forum by iVillage Home & Garden Network features posts by users about the best and worst GE appliances. Find out what people think about GE appliances on the Slickdeals forum.

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• •  You also can browse rankings of the top appliances on the market to get ratings and advice information about GE appliances.

Whether your business is new and you are choosing workplace appliances for the first time, or you are replacing appliances for a well-established business, the decisions require careful thought. No matter what type of General Electric appliances you need to buy, you will have to weigh many features and options to find the best fit for your needs and budget. Before you shop, be sure to check the GE website or talk to your local dealer to find out about any rebates, special offers, or free upgrades that may be available.

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Free-standing bottled water dispensers

GE makes two free-standing bottled water dispensers that are perfect for the workplace environment. Both can use either 3 or 5-gallon water bottles and dispense both hot and cold water. The Profile model has earned an Energy Star rating.

I recommend: You can find the basic model at Home Depot. Look for the Energy Star rated Profile model at Waterfilters.net.

Monogram professional ranges

GE's Monogram collection includes 14 professional ranges in three widths. Fuel option combinations are either electric and liquid propane gas or electric and natural gas. Four-burner models can include a griddle and/or a grill, while six-burner models can include either a griddle or a grill.

I recommend: Compare all 14 professional models at the General Electric Company website.

Bulk-dispensing dishwashers

A dishwasher with the bulk-dispensing feature is an innovative time-saver. It accepts up to 47 ounces of detergent at once and automatically dispenses the right amount for each load. These models also have hidden controls, so the exterior appearance is not cluttered with dials or gauges.

I recommend: You can learn more about GE's bulk-dispensing dishwashers at WitbeckAppliance.com.

Tankless water heaters

As its name implies, a tankless water heater has no water tank, so it cannot run dry. It delivers hot water on demand, and at a consist temperature. It can save your business up to 35% on water heating costs.

I recommend: Learn more about how to save money with a tankless water heater at E-Tankless Water Heaters.

Energy Star rated appliances

GE offers 563 Energy Star-rated appliance models. The Energy Star rating means that the product helps reduce energy costs while also helping to protect the environment. GE makes Energy Star rated refrigerators, washers, room air conditioners, dehumidifiers, tankless water heaters, and bottled water dispensers.

I recommend: Learn more about Energy Star at the U.S. Department of Energy website.

Zoneline air conditioners

GE Zoneline air conditioners are perfect for offices, hotels, or schools. These air conditioners save energy by slowly warming or cooling by one degree every three hours during the night. Units can be remotely turned on or off from a central desk.

I recommend: Learn more about GE Zoneline air conditioners at Air Distributors.