Purchase and install a stacked washer/dryer

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We have to get a washer dryer asap.

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price ranges from 700/unit to 800/unit LG seems to be best model, differences seem only to be in size and interface Here are some model numbers review for the high end LG, simpler versions get similar reviews. http://www.goodhousekeeping.com/product-reviews/appliances/best-steam-washers-dryers#slide-1

Dryers: LG: 7.1 cu. ft. Electric Dryer in White (Pedestal Sold Separately) Model # DLE2250W LG: 7.3 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam in White (Pedestal Sold Separately) Model # DLEX2650W GE: 7.0 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam in White (Pedestal Sold Separately) Model # GFDS140EDWW GE: 7.5 cu. ft. Electric Dryer with Steam in White (Pedestal Sold Separately) Model # GFDS150EDWW

Washers: GE: 4.1 DOE cu. ft. Front Load Washer with Steam in White, ENERGY STAR, Model # GFWS1500DWW LG: 4.0 cu.ft. High-Efficiency Front Load Washer in White, ENERGY STAR, Model # WM3470HWA LG: 3.6 DOE cu. ft. High-Efficiency Front Load Washer in White, ENERGY STAR, Model # WM2250CW

This appliance stores have good reviews: Downtown: http://www.metropolitanappliance.com/

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http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/washing-machines/buying-guide.htm http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/clothes-dryers/buying-guide.htm

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There are a number of anecdotal reports that indicate the LGs will likely be more reliable than the GE units.

Additionally, steam treatment on dryers seems to be a bit of a mediocre to useless feature.

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LG Models and Prices: Home Despot: (first price includes 10% off, which is roughly sales tax) Washer Model number: WM2650HWA Price: $809.10, $899.00 http://www.homedepot.com/Appliances-Washers-Dryers-Washers-Front-Load-Washers/LG-Electronics/h_d1/N-5yc1vZc3pjZ21j/R-203056488/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&storeId=10051&superSkuId=203638818#.UTEI8aLAuSo Dryer Model number: DLE2250W Price: $719.10, $799.00 http://www.homedepot.com/Appliances-Washers-Dryers-Dryers-Electric-Dryers/LG-Electronics/h_d1/N-5yc1vZc3q1Z21j/R-202988392/h_d2/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10053&langId=-1&storeId=10051#.UTEJa6LAuSo

Lowes: same models and prices and the Home Despot

Fry's: Washer Model number: WM3360HWCA Price: $869.90 http://www.frys.com/product/6505503?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG Dryer Model number: DLE2250W Price: $799.99 http://www.frys.com/product/6505503?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG

Metropolitan Appliance: (local store, near Holgate and 4th, in downtown industrial area) Washer Model number: WM2650HWA Price: $799 http://www.metropolitanappliance.com/laundry/washers/front-load/WM2650HWA/ Dryer Model number: DLE2250W Price: $729 http://www.metropolitanappliance.com/laundry/dryers/electric-match-front-load/DLE2250W/ delivery and instillation: $65, $45 stacking kit (includes hoses and dryer vent) warehouse in Reno, week to 10 days for order, in house delivery and instillation, come with 1 year in home parts and labor warrenty Talked to Jim Freedman

also reccomended: Washer Model number: WFW9351YW Price: $789 http://www.metropolitanappliance.com/laundry/washers/front-load/WFW9351YW/ Dryer Model number: WED9371YW Price: $789 http://www.metropolitanappliance.com/laundry/dryers/electric-match-front-load/WED9371YW/

Ablert Lee really don't think that the LG stuff is not service friendly, terrible to service both models in stock delivery this week, prolly Thurs Talked to Mark his reccomendation of what he would buy Whirpool $799 each, includes delivery/instalation, not stacking kit $1782.66, $100 rebate through Seattle City Light Wahser WFW9750WW Dryer WFW9750WWE

Electrolux Washer EIFLS60LSS $1799 pair, $1970 w/ tax $225 in rebated from Seattle City Light aprox $1750 after rebates Dryer EIMED60LSS

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might be a good place for repairs if we need them: http://www.yelp.com/biz/fremont-appliance-seattle

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Purchased from Alber Lee Appliances. ETA: Thursday!!

Washer: http://www.electroluxappliances.com/laundry-appliances/washers/eifls60lss

Dryer: http://www.electroluxappliances.com/laundry-appliances/dryers/eimed60lss

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Done and installed! Though now we need to get the vent situation figured out... taking the purchase off the urgent list.