What You Want to Know About Heat Pump Dryers

Answering The Questions You Didn't Know You Had

Table of Contents

What Is A  Heat Pump Dryer? 

How Is  A Heat Pump Dryer Different? 

What Do I Need To Know Before Installing A Heat Pump Dryer? 

Back when we were doing our Deep Dive on Dryers, we mentioned a type of dryer that many of our readers weren't familiar with, the Heat Pump Dryer. People had no idea what we were talking about, which isn't necessarily a bad thing, as it means we get to introduce you to something new.  This week we're taking a closer look at this interesting dryer type and seeing if they can fit into your home. 

What Is A Heat Pump Dryer?

A heat pump dryer is a dryer that works on a closed loop. It draws air in, heats it for drying the clothes, and pushes that into the drum. 

Once the air has become full of moisture from the clothes, it's filtered for lint and pushed into an evaporator to cool and have the water drawn off. That evaporator system heats up on the outside though and that heat is reused to heat the now cool, dry air.  That air then goes back into the drum to start the process all over. 

The water that was drawn out of the air is pumped out through the same drain that your washer uses, which means that you don't have to worry about emptying a collection reservoir or anything. 

How is A Heat Pump Dryer Different?

The two biggest differences to your usual dryer are tied together, the vent or ducting and how the air is used. On a standard electric or gas dryer the air comes in, it gets heated by a coil or a flame and then is pumped into the drum. When the air becomes saturated with moisture that's pumped back out, into the vents and pushed outside of your home. This has led to all sorts of problems that we've talked about before for vents becoming clogged and full of lint. Because the heat pump dryer reuses the air over and over, that external vent isn't needed. There is some loss of air, but not enough that it needs a separate duct to go outside of your home.  

A heat pump dryer is also considerably more energy efficient than your standard dryer since the air is used over and over and the different steps serve multiple purposes at the same time. 

A heat pump dryer also works at a lower temperature, which means that it's easier on your clothes as it runs. 

What do I Need to Know Before Installing A Heat Pump Dryer? 

- They Do Cost More

As of right now a heat pump dryer does cost more. Because this design of dryer is relatively new by comparison to electric and gas dryers, they're still more expensive to purchase. However, since you end up saving on your electricity bill, that does weigh against the initial cost. 

-They Do Have A Smaller Capacity

Because of all the different pieces that go into making the dryer run, there's less space for the drum. So for the time being, most heat pump dryers are more 'compact' in terms of how much they can handle. So no, if you've got a large or active family, we wouldn't suggest getting this. 

- You Can Stack Them

Yup! If you're short on space, or you want to make it easier to get things in and out of your dryer, you can get a stacking kit for your heat pump dryer. 

-What About Wall Mounting A Heat Pump Dryer? 

Sadly, no. Because of how much a heat pump dryer weighs, you can't attach them to a wall. Even with brackets, they're too heavy to stay safely suspended. 

-What Are Some Brands That Make Heat Pump Dryers? 

Some of the brands that you can find a Heat Pump Dryer with are: LG, Miele, Whirlpool, Beko, Samsung and Bosch.

-Is There Anywhere I Can't Install A Heat Pump Dryer? 

Yes. As of right now, you cannot install one on the moon or in sitting pools of water. Jokes aside though, we would avoid areas that you know are cracked, uneven or prone to flooding. You'll also want to make sure that the electrical outlet is a high enough voltage that it can handle the power draw. Although as we've said the Heat Pump Dryers are very efficient, they are still going to draw more energy than what a standard outlet can provide. 

With all of that in mind, what's next? Do you think you'll end up getting a heat pump dryer for your home? Why or why not? We'd love to hear your thoughts on the matter in the comments below or over on our Facebook page. 

If you ended up here because you already have a heat pump dryer and it's on the fritz, no worries! We can still help. Just give us a call at ((214) 599-0055) or reach out to us over on our contact page to set up an appointment. No matter which of your appliances is acting up, we'll be happy to work with you to get your home running smoothly again. 

Additional Reading: 

Dryer Deep Dive

6 Things Your Should Never Put In Your Dryer

Why You Need To Clean Your Dryer Vent 

9 Things Your Dryer Hates

9 Electric Dryers At 3 Different Price Points

Our 9 Favorite Home Design Trends For 2022

Here Are The Trends We're Hoping Make It Big This Year 

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Closed Floor Plans

Parisian Inspired Interiors 

All Of The Texture

Colorful Tableware

Curved Furniture

Resourcefulness/Sustainability

Home Bars

Patterned Floors

Where  Did The Cabinets Go?

It's that time of year again when we're all trying to figure out who's doing what with their homes. Are open floor plans in or out? What about all-white kitchens? Are we still doing cottage chic or is it fairycore this year? When you're looking at your house at the beginning of the year, it's easy to be distracted and overwhelmed, trying to figure out what you want to do. Trends come and go and you have to figure out what you want your home to look like. What aspects of you that you want to show off. It's fun to just look through and see what you like vs what you don't. That's what this week's post is taking a look at our top 9 design trends that we think are going to go big this year.

Photo Credit: Redfin.com

Closed Floor Plans

We mentioned this one in our trends for 2021 and we weren't wrong! As our homes do more and more work, we're learning to partition them into different spaces to serve those needs. Being able to mentally partition them also means that we're less likely to get distracted as we work in those different spaces, or be as stressed from the overlapping segments of our lives.

Photo Credit: Hommes Studio

Parisian Inspired Interiors

Just because most of us haven't been able to make use of our passports, doesn't mean we can't dream. One of the rising trends right now is a modern take on Parisian interior designs. Think of an open room with lots of natural light. Bring in pastels and metallics to create the look, and hints of colored crystal and glass to make the room glow. If you want more ideas, check out this article we found over at Shelterness for how to pull off the look in your own space.

Photo Credit: The Fox & She

All Of The Texture

Whether you're looking at a calming sea of neutrals or a riot of colors, texture can make a room feel more inviting. We're going to see more and more of that this year, and not just in terms of throws and pillows. Everything from woven furniture and decor to layers of velvets and cottons brings a very welcoming atmosphere to a room.

Colorful Tableware

Have you ever realized how much time you spend at your dining table? Yes, everyone is different here, but a lot of us have started to spend more time at our dining tables again to just enjoy food and being with each other. Between that and the uptick in small at-home gatherings, people are realizing again that how you set your table says just as much about you as what you serve. You can express all sorts of things about your home just by how your decide to set your table, from colors to patterns, to materials. And companies have noticed that. More and more you're able to pick up mix and match flatware, tableware, glasses, napkins and more. The best thing? You don't have to finish a set all at once, or at all if you're not into it. If you want to just pick up a few pieces here and there, you can do that to grow your collection. If you want to grab the flatware from this set and the glasses from that one and salad plates from a third? Go for it. This is all about you. You can even start with small things like napkins, candlesticks and salad bowls if that's an easier place for you to start.

Curved Furniture 

This one was big in 2021 and we don't see it changing this year. We're still going hard on the idea of making our homes softer and more comfortable as we try to deal with the way the world is. So why shouldn't our furniture reflect that? We think we'll continue seeing this not only in how soft furniture is or how cushioned, but also in the overall shapes of different pieces. Backs, arms and even the overall shape of furniture will continue becoming more rounded, which all of our toes and shins should be thankful for.  Although it definitely makes it more difficult to plan in a square house, we're excited for where this trend is going.

Resourcefulness/Sustainability 

You've heard us talk about the microchip shortage before, and that's unfortunately still going on, as are supply chain issues. What's interesting is that this shortage of material is having a boom in terms of crafting, recycingl and reusing things we already have. So many people are remaking and updating many different things they already have into entirely new types of home goods. 

It's also meaning that people are taking a closer look at where the things they're purchasing are coming from. They want to see where materials are sourced from, and that they're designed with sustainability in mind from beginning to end. 

Photo Credit: House Beautiful

Home Bars

Whether you're going for a dry or wet bar, we see these becoming a very integral part of home decor and life again over not just the next year but the coming decade. Especially since companies are coming up with things like the at home bar system like the Barsys 2.0 Cocktail Machine.  At home bars are a great way to have a few close friends over to sit and relax without having to worry about pandemics or overly loud bars.

Photo Credit: Interior Design Trends

Patterned Floors

If you're looking at adding texture to a room, but you're not sure where to start, a great option is with your floors. Work from the ground up to transform a room, and you'll know that you're standing on solid ground. Ok, we're done with the puns. 

More seriously though, why restrict patterns to countertops, backsplashes and the walls? We've said before that your ceilings and floors add just as much to a room as those areas, so you might as well utilize them. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways that you can do just that. 

 You can bring in all sorts of influences in without having to bring in furniture, textiles or even paint.  Instead, grab some peel and stick reusable tiles for your floors. Whether it's your kitchen or your bathroom, your living room or parlor, there are so many different options available to you.  Or you could work with reclaimed materials to piece together a pattern entirely unique to your home.  Check out flea markets to grab some great reclaimed materials, that you can then give new life.

Photo Credit: Best Online Cabinets

Where Did The Cabinets Go? 

We will happily admit we didn't see this one coming when we were looking at trends last year. So many people talk about not having space for storage in their homes, and yet people are getting rid of their upper cabinets. It might be because people are wanting to simplify their homes and reduce the amount of clutter. Alternatively, it might be because then you have less space to clean if there aren't any cabinets. Whichever it might be, expect to see more of this trend throughout the year ahead as kitchens in new builds and magazines ditch the upper cabinets. 

That's it for us, our top ten trends of the year that we're looking forward to seeing more of. What about you? Were you surprised by any of these? Do you think we're wrong? Let us know over on our Facebook page or in the comments down below! We want to hear your take on the trends of 2022. 

If you're tired of talking trends though and just want something that works, we can still help. If you've got an oven that won't hold heat or a washer that leaks, we can help. Give us a call at ((214) 599-0055) or visit our contact page to set up an appointment. We'll work with you to diagnose and fix the problem so that your home can start running smoothly again.  We serve everywhere between Dallas and McKinney, from Coppel to Garland, and we're here to help you. 

Additional Reading 

Top 7 Kitchen Trends of 2021

2020 Design Trends: Big Or Bust?

2000s Kitchen Decorating Trends That Overstayed Their Welcome

So What If They Can’t Get Their Chips? 

5 Kitchen Tools From The Future

Slow and Easy Sunday Stuffed French Toast

You’ll End Up Wanting The Whole Plate For Yourself

I don’t care; take me to the Recipe!

When we at ARS think of Sunday, it's a time for family, having fun, and spending the day cooking. This Sunday we wanted to whip up something a little different and try our hand at Stuffed French Toast. In theory, a very easy recipe. In practice? Well. It’s still easy to do, but experimenting makes it far more fun. 

This is a VERY subjective and experimental recipe. There are a couple different reasons for this. How firm you want your bread to be is going to affect how much egg it can soak up without distorting and turning into goo. However, it’s also going to affect the final taste and texture. The ratio of fruit to cream cheese is going to vary wildly based on which brand of fruit jam you buy and how much liquid still exists in that. So, if you want a hard and fast “here is the amounts you need, here is what you’ll get” recipe, we suggest checking out one of the others that we’ve linked in our additional reading section at the bottom. It’s ok if that’s what you’re in the mood for! This isn’t a recipe for when you need breakfast on the table 20 minutes ago. It’s more for when you want to spend Sunday experimenting with your family and having fun in the kitchen and if there ends up being several versions of food at the end, you win! 

On to the recipe! 

Ingredients

Bread - We suggest either Challa or a huge loaf of Italian. It’s the size that matters as much as anything. 

Cream Cheese

Slivered almonds - to taste - we suggest at least ¼ per two slices of bread, but it’s up to you on how much texture/crunch you want in your mix 

Sour Jelly or Preserves - We chose sour cherry 

Milk or heavy cream, or a mix if you want- only about 2 TBSPs though. 

Eggs - you want roughly 2 eggs per slice of bread

Cinnamon

1 Tbsp packed light brown sugar

Tools

-Cast iron griddle or a skillet

- mixer 

-Pie pan or other large shallow dish 

-Bread knife 

-Paring knife

Our bread really is 2 inches wide, it’s so large though it doesn’t look like it.

To start with, a note on breads.

 Although we suggest using either Challa or Italian, you can do this recipe with a loaf of brioche bread. The important thing is that this is a high and thick loaf of bread. You want something that is at least 3- 4 inches wide, and at least two inches high. Yes, this is going to give you really large slices of bread, but that’s the intent here. 

Now, grab your loaf of bread and start by slicing it into 2 inch thick slices. So, ideally, your slice should be 2 inches wide, 2 inches thick, and however long. 

At this point, you can leave your slices out overnight to firm up, or move on to the next step. 

Whatever you decide, when that time has passed, flip over a slice, grab a paring knife and cut a slice that’s roughly 2-3 inches long. You’re looking to form a deep pocket inside of the bread.  Do that to all of your slices, and set them to the side for a moment. 

Grab your cream cheese and preserves and measure them out in a 2 to one, cream to fruit ratio. You want this to be stiff enough to fill it into the slices, but with enough fruit that you get the taste. Either use a food processor or a fork and mix the two together, adjusting the ratio as needed. 

This is roughly how thick ours ended up being after we adjusted the ratio several times. You also definitely need additional help when trying to fill the slices with your filling.

Now is when you’ll need to get a second set of hands. We had a few willing participants who were able to help us, in exchange for future delicious food. Have your partner hold open a slice of bread with two forks, while you use a third fork to fill the bread with your cream cheese mix. 

Yum Delicious eggy mix! The base to any good French toast.

Once all of your bread is filled, mix together your eggs, dairy, cinnamon, and sugar into a pie pan, or some other shallow dish.  

With how thick the bread is, the additional soaking time is very important to allow it to really seep into the bread. It’s also why we said that you might want to let your bread sit over night so that it can hold up to that extra time.

Lay your bread into the dish and let it soak on one side for 2 minutes. Flip it over and do it for another 2 minutes.

While your bread is soaking, turn your stove on to medium-low, toss in  1 Tbsp of butter and allow it to melt. 

And we begin the cooking process! At this point it smells so sweet and eggy, but that shifts as the egg cooks and the surface of the toast browns.

Place one to two slices of bread in your pan at a time, and let them become golden brown, roughly 5 minutes on a side. Flip, add more butter if you need, and allow it to cook for another 5 minutes, or until golden brown. 

And here you have two super thick slices of French toast so good you’ll be wanting to keep all of it for yourself.

Plate your delicious Stuffed French Toast and serve with either butter or genuine maple syrup. We tried it with just butter, and it was truly delicious. 

So what did you think? Will you be trying this one? Let us know over on our Facebook page and don’t hesitate to share photos! We’d love to see how the recipe turned out for you! 

If you ended up here because your stove isn’t maintaining heat evenly though, we can still help! Even with sharing delicious recipes like this, in our work time, we want to keep your home running smoothly. If you’re noticing trouble with any of your major appliances, reach out! We can help you set up an appointment that works for your schedule and figure out what the trouble is. 

Give us a call at ((214) 599-0055) or check out our appointment page to get things started. 

Additional Reading

Whether you want a more exact recipe, or just more delicious food. 

Brown Sugar - Cinnamon Oat Bars

A Sweet-Tart Cake To Beat All The Pies

Broccoli & Cauliflower Soup

The ‘post-Thanksgiving’ Meal Guide

11 Things You Need To Know About Security Cameras for Your Home

What Matters, What Doesn’t, and How To Choose

Table of Contents: 

Reasons To Set Up A Security System 

Different Aspects of Security Cameras 

Trail Cams & Their Uses 

Security systems used to be a thing that you only needed if you were rich. You purchased them to provide protection for your assets and family, not just for your peace of mind. It meant having an outside company securing your home 24/7. Now though, you can recreate that both inside and outside of your home using DIY kits, individual models and a little bit of planning. So why is an appliance repair company talking about all of this? Because our goal at Appliance Rescue Service is to keep your home running. While normally that means we tackle things like your appliances and doing repairs, sometimes there are things that we find useful that we want to share with you. So let’s dig in.

Reasons to Set up A Security System 

So what are some of the reasons you might look into getting a security camera system for your home? In today’s era, many people simply feel better having one. Even if you live in a gated community, it doesn’t imply perfect security. It’’s the same concept of having life insurance when you’re strong and healthy in your 20s, “just in case.” For others, it might be that you’ve had a dispute with someone and you feel it’s needed to prove your argument, to ‘catch them,’ so to speak.  A security system is also useful when it comes to knowing how your kids are doing if you have to go out of town for the weekend. We will of course always advocate for relying more on talking to your kids rather than needing to use a camera, but we know that it can help put people’s minds at ease. Of course, there’s also the possibility that you have noticed a recent uptick in theft in your area and want to keep you and your home safe.  Is your list of reasons different than the ones we’ve discussed? Don’t worry. There are still plenty of times when a security system is useful, these are just some of the most common. 

Different aspects of security cameras

The next thing then is to understand what you’re looking at. What do all of the different features of a security camera mean towards the total goal? That’s where this section comes in. 

Battery Power vs Plug-Ins

This one is self explanatory at first glance, but it has deeper implications. If you choose a security camera that’s battery operated, you need to add it to your schedule to check in on it. There’s no point in having a camera if it doesn’t have power, right? A plug in though, you’ll need to have someone wire it into your home so that it can’t just be unplugged from the outside.  You have to weigh up which matters more to you and how you intend to utilize the system. 

Video Resolution

The camera’s resolution is important, but that doesn’t mean that you need to stake everything on it, unless you’re looking to purchase this for a private security job. In which case, we have to ask why you’re here?
Anyway, the resolution of the camera is the same as for your computer or your tv. How clearly do you want to see what’s going on? The caveat is that resolution doesn’t automatically imply clarity when it comes to night vision. 

Color Vs Black & White

This one is straight forward. Do you want your video in color or black and white? So long as the resolution is good, we’d say that color is only incidental, but it is up to you. 

Field of View

A more important one, how far can the camera see? Different types of cameras will have a different angles. You’ll see everything from 360* fish eyes, to wall mounts that give you 130*. We suggest getting a rough blueprint of your house, selecting areas where you want to put cameras, and then charting out the different angles. This way you cans see if they cover each other, if there are any blind spots, or other obstructions due to things around your house. 

Audio Recording Capabilities

On one hand, having sound can be useful. If your home does get broken into, voice recordings might be used to identify a suspect. However, this is an additional feature that will not only make the video files larger, it is also going to raise the price of the cameras. It’s up to you. 

Onboard Storage 

Much like the power issue, this is one that seems simple but has larger implications for how your home security is going to fit into your life. If the camera has onboard storage, you’re going to need to remove the cards and back them up, and reviewing them as needed so that they don’t record over themselves.  If it doesn’t have onboard storage, this is going to mean that you need a centralized location to store the data that it sends back, or pay for a cloud subscription. 

Smart Connectivity 

This is whether or not the cameras connect to things like Alexa, Google Assistant, or other systems.  While being able to turn on a camera with your voice is useful, we feel that there are too many drawbacks still inherent within the smart connectivity systems to really vouch for them at this point. 

Night Vision Capability

Here we’re back to another key feature in a security system. This is one we think you need to really pay attention to if you’re setting up your own system as how this integrates with  daytime vision is going to be an important factor for your night time security. Are there significant differences in visibility or clairty? Another question is at what point is the ‘drop off’ for night vision? How far out can the camera see clearly? Some of the ones we’ve included in our list are able to see only up to 25 feet, something you need to take into account based on how high the cameras are mounted on your home. 

Ability to be Hidden 

The ability of your security system to be hidden says different things, all of them psychological. On one hand, having a system set up clearly says “I am capable of defending my home. I have the tools to catch you.” On the other hand it also says “I have things I need to protect.”  Having them in plain sight also means that someone can observe from the outside where the patterns are within a system and if there are any gaps that you might have missed. So being able to hide your security cameras can be useful. That’s our thoughts on the matter though, and we are not security experts. 

Price 

As with many things, everything comes down to price. How much are you willing to invest into individual units? Will you need an electrician to set them up for you? What about someone who is skilled with computers to handle how they connect to one another your internet? Do you intend to install the units yourself or hire someone else? All of these things need to be charted out and considered before you make an ultimate decision on which plan is right for you and your home. 

Why trail cams can be useful for additions to your security net 

Now, if you really want to buff up your security system,  you might consider trail cams. These are also useful if you’re looking at adding security to an area that is difficult to move around on, has obstructions, or poor internet connectivity. While they don’t alert you when something happens, they can be useful if you’re looking at just proving someone has been on your property, or you’re looking to add security to further reaches of your property.
Some additional benefits of trail cams include: 

-Most trail cams catch still photos, but due to motion detection, they can catch quickly passing things like someone creeping around the backyard. Since they’re meant to catch shots of animals usually, this is one area where they are more dependable vs traditional security cameras. Those still shots will typically be crisp. 

-There are some trail cams that are capable of doing video as well as still shots. 

-One thing to be aware of about them is that the majority of them are onboard storage only. Again, this means that you have to add checking, cleaning and backing up data to a regular rotation on your to-do list. 

 - As of right now, due to what they are, they all have some form of battery power, so please see above on ‘to-do lists.’ 

- Most of them do come with some sort of camouflage design in order to make them less obvious. 

We hope that this helps make security cameras and the systems that go into place with them less opaque. You can definitely DIY your own system, so long as you’re willing to plan out what goes into it, and how you want everything done. As always, we will suggest that if you’re not certain, that you seek a professional. Down below we’ve provided two sets of charts for you to download so that you can compare and contrast different models and their benefits vs drawbacks. 

If you’ve gotten down this far and you’re thinking “well, that’s interesting and all, but it’s got nothing to do with my oven smelling like something died.” Don’t worry, we really can help with that too. At Appliance Rescue Service whether you live in McKinney or Dallas, Frisco, or Coppell, we can help. You can reach out to us at ((214) 599-0055) or by setting up an appointment via our webpage. We won’t stop until you’re happy with the repairs and your home is running smoothly again. 

Answering Your Major Questions About Induction Stoves (2022)

How It Works And Why Your Pans Won’t

Induction Stoves

The Basics

In-Depth Look

So my current pans won’t work? 

Do I actually want one? 

If you’ve gone shopping for new stoves recently, you’ve probably seen something about induction stoves. If you’re like the rest of us, you’ve probably questioned “what’s an induction stove and why the heck would I buy one?” This week we’re answering your major questions about induction stoves: How do they work, and why don’t my pans work with them?

If you’re not really interested in the technical aspects of an induction stove, this is for you. Start off by thinking about a typical gas or electric stove. You turn on the burner, and it heats that specific spot. But there are uneven areas, due to the way the heat has to spread through it. Induction stoves are an entirely different beast. A copper coil within the ‘burner’ has electricity sent through it. That electricity is transmitted through the glass top to the pan that you put on top of the burner. That pan heats up, only where it comes into contact with the electricity. So, in theory, yes, you could heat only one-half of your pan. If however, you have all of your pan on the coil, you are going to get a very even heat, since the heat is actually coming from the pan itself instead of from the stove.  

If that didn’t answer all of your questions, that’s ok. We can take a slightly more in-depth look at things now. If it did answer everything you wanted to know, feel free to skip this paragraph. Picture a coil of copper wire. Now apply an alternating current to the coil, making it oscillate, or move back and forth at high regular speeds. This oscillating creates a magnetic ‘flux’ or a field around that singular burner. Now put your pan on top of that burner, and the two interact, so long as the pan is made of either iron or steel, both magnetic materials. The magnetic flux from the stove creates a current in the pan, the pan has a natural resistance to that current, and so it begins to heat up. Since all of this is based on magnets and electricity, you don’t have to have the pan and the coil directly touching, which means that the stove can have a heat-resistant ceramic layer between the two. Although the surface will still become hot, it’s considerably less hot than either a gas or electric stove will get. 

 So why then don’t copper and aluminum pans work? Or ceramic ones? The reason is the magnetic current. None of these things are magnetic, so they can’t interact with the current. While it is less than ideal, it is one cost of using this type of stove. On the upside though, if you have to purchase all new pots and pans, at least you can choose specifically which ones you’ll need instead of just getting a set? 

And now we get to the real crux of the matter. Do you really want one? Well, to be honest, we can’t tell you if you do or don’t. Since we fix all sorts of stoves, we see, perhaps better than most, that all stoves have their pros and cons. On one hand, you’ve got a stove that is noticeably cooler to the touch. It also creates perfectly even heating, no need to worry about hot spots. Since there isn’t a flame or a hot surface element, you can worry less about accidentally starting a fire.  In terms of how quickly they work, gas stoves are faster than electric stoves. However, an induction stove is even faster than a gas stove, heating water twice as fast as most gas stoves.  They’re also supremely easy to clean, a fact we love. 

However, just like with any purchase, there are cons to an induction stove as well. An induction stove is a very complicated system. They’re typically more expensive to purchase and to install. They’re also more expensive to repair, if and when they do suffer a malfunction. As mentioned above, you will have to purchase a new set of pots and pans, as anything without an iron or steel bottom won’t work.  Since they heat up faster than other types of stoves, your cooking style will have to adjust to match it. That can take time, and mean a lot of burnt food at first, if you’re not prepared for it. A final, if odd, con, is that they do make more noise than other options. 

Important warning: THEY CAN BE RISKY IF YOU HAVE A PACEMAKER, DO TAKE NOTE. The electromagnetic system does pose a certain risk to disrupting pacemakers, however, most pacemakers are safe around these. Still, check with your doctor before purchasing to make sure it won’t compromise your health if you have a pacemaker. 

So, do you think you’ll be getting an induction stove any time soon? Why or why not? Let us know over on our Facebook page, we’d love to hear from you! 

If you’re here because you have an induction stove and it’s broken or otherwise acting ‘odd’ we can help. Give us a call at ((214) 599-0055) or set up an appointment via our page and we’d be more than happy help get your stove back in perfect condition.