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Room Air Conditioners at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterFriedrich and Soleus-Air room air conditioners available now at UAKCIf your looking for a way to cool down, look no further. Room air conditioners from Friedrich and Soleus are available now at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). When summer heat strikes for real in Southern California, customers line up for room air conditioners. BEWARE: shortages are not unusual. Now would be a great time to prepare for the heat by replacing that rickety old unit with a new energy efficienct air conditioner. Portable UnitsPerhaps all you need is a simple portable unit for small spaces from Soleus that can be conveniently relocated. If so, consider the model below:Soleus-Air 8000 Btu Evaporative Portable ACModel KY-80R-410A Refrigerant: For Increased Efficiency & Reliability Remote Control Auto Mode & Sleep Mode Digital Thermostat Washable/Reusable Filter Evaporative Dehumidifier 24 Hour Timer and 3 Fan Speeds 4-Way Directional LouversWindow Air ConditionersIf a window unit is what you need, UAKC has a wide selection from 5,000 btus up. Here is just one example:Friedrich 6,000 Btu Window Air ConditionerModel CP0610The Perfect Fit for Your SpaceLight weight and easy to handleAuto Air Sweep FeatureSafety & Security FeaturesEnergy Management & ComplianceComfort & ConvenienceThrough the Wall UnitsFor those who are replacing a thru the wall unit, or who in for a bit of remodeling, a new Soleus-Air unit may be the perfect choice.Soleus-Air 9,000 Btu Thru The Wall Ac:Model: SG-TTW-09ESE-26R-410A RefrigerantRemote Control with LCD Display Digital Thermostat Energy Saving Mode 24 Hour

Washers and Dryers for Small SpacesLaundry Centers are an All-in-One SolutionWhen space is at a premium you may not have room for a full-size, side by side washer and dryer pair. A laundry center may be just what you need. Laundry centers feature a washer on the bottom and a dryer above. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) carries major brand laundry centers from GE, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, Speed Queen, and Maytag.Just like side-by-side laundry units, these laundry centers are available with either gas or electric (240v) dryers, and need to be vented outside. Compact models are 24" wide, while 27" wide laundry centers will give you full-versions of both washer and dryer in a stacked configuration. The 27" models not only have larger capacity, but will also have most of the same features and cycles that you'd find on their separate counterparts. Carefully check all dimensions (height, width, and depth) to make sure that the laundry center will fit in the space you have available. You'll need hot and cold water connections, as well as 240v. electricity or gas line for the dryer, and a dryer vent.If you don't have either 240v. electricity or gas available for the dryer there are special models designed to work on 120v. but they will take longer to dry. There are also dryer models that are designed to work without an external vent, but there are tradeoffs to be made with these dryers as well. Finally, you may

KitchenAid 24" Built-In Microwave Oven On Sale Now at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center KitchenAid Architect Series Ii 24" Built-in Microwave Oven: Stainless Steel Model: KBMS1454BSS (also available in black) This KitchenAid Built-in Microwave is a real favorite of ours. Unlike others, this is not a countertop microwave with a trim kit. It's designed for built-in use only. As such, it doesn't have the unseemly trim kit with grill vents. The microwave is designed to fit "as is" in 24" wall cabinets making it perfect for remodels in older Southern California homes. If you have wider 27" or 30" cabinets, stainless steel trim panels are included. It's on sale TODAY at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC). Click on the link below for pricing and more information: KitchenAid 24" Built-In Microwave KBMS1454BSS Read below for more details on KitchenAid's Built-In 24" Microwave Oven: This 24-inch built-in microwave packs powerful performance into the space of a standard cabinet cutout. You'll get a range of pre-programmed and sensor cycles that help make the microwave exceptionally easy to use. Trim kits are included that allow you to install this microwave into a 27- or 30-inch cutout to pair with your wall oven or range. Sensor one-touch auto-cook, auto-reheat, and auto-defrost cycles help remove the guesswork from microwave cooking. Keep warm function allows you to keep finished dishes warm until serving time. Add-a-minute control adds cook time in one-minute increments while the oven is operating or at the end of a cycle. Electronic controls

Get cooking outdoors with Alfresco grills and accessoriesUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is known as a leader in appliance sales and plumbing fixtures in Southern California, but they also specialize in top quality outdoor grills - both freestanding and built-in. UAKC carries the major appliance name grill brands such as Viking, Wolf, GE Monogram, and Dacor as well as specialty brands FireMagic, Lynx, Sedona by Lynx, and of course Alfesco.Discover AlfescoThe Alfresco brand features a complete line of deluxe grills of all sizes configured both as freestanding and built-in models. In addition to these high quality grills, Alfresco offers a complete line of accessories.Your Alfresco grill can be configured the way you want it. For example, you may wish to include Alfresco's unique Infrared Sear Zone™ which delivers intense heat via a 27,000 btu ceramic burner.The key to perfectly grilled food is instant caramelization, which seals in juices for tender, moist, and flavorful food. The ALX2 grill has been engineered to deliver the intense, even heat needed to achieve perfect results, with the control and flexibility needed for all kinds of food.Check out the complete line of Alfresco grills at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:We Deliver and InstallAll Major Appliances877-696-2982Studio City12050 Ventura Blvd.818-755-1111Calabasas26767 Aguora Rd.818-880-0111Showroom Hours:Mon-Sat. 9 AM to 6 PMSun 11 AM to 6 PMUniversal Appliance and Kitchen Centerfacebook twitter 

Free Installation on Frigidare and Electrolux Dishwashers at UAKCUp to $100 Installation Rebate Expires 4/15/2014Frigidaire and Electrolux up to $100 installation rebates on dishwashers expire on April 15th. Hurry-In to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today to take advantage of this rebate offer. Click below to download rebate certificate: Frigidaire Rebate FormElectrolux Rebate FormThe Frigidaire dishwasher listed below is just one example of the great values available on the Frigidaire and Electrolux dishwashers that qualify for the installation rebate if purchased by April 15th.Frigidaire Gallery 24'' Built-In DishwasherEXCELLENT CLEANING PERFORMANCEExclusive OrbitClean® Spray Arm provides 4 times better water coverage* for an excellent clean. (*than a traditional lower spray arm).QUICK WASHWashes a full load of dishes in a quarter of the time. Perfect for those time when you need clean dishes, quickly, but have a million other things to do.DISHWASHER CYCLESNumber of Cycles: 7NSF® Certified Sanitize Option: YesEnergy Saver: YesFavorite Cycle: YesHeavy: PowerPlus®Normal: YesQuick: YesRinse Only: YesUpper Rack : YesHi-Temp Wash: YesHeat/No Heat Dry: YesDISHWASHER SPECIFICATIONSPlace Settings: 14Tub Design: Tall-Tub DesignInterior: Granite GreyFilter: Stainless SteelFood Disposer: Stainless SteelMulti Speeds: 5Rinse Aid Dispenser: Adjustable with IndicatorSatellite Spray Arm: OrbitClean™Smart Soil Sensor: YesWash Levels: 5Wash System: Direct FeedMake a visit to Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to find out more about Frigidaire, Electrolux, and other fine appliances and plumbing fixtures.Two locations to serve you - Calabasas and Studio City:We Deliver and InstallAll Major Appliances877-696-2982Studio City12050 Ventura Blvd.818-755-1111Calabasas26767 Aguora Rd.818-880-0111Showroom Hours:Mon-Sat. 9 AM to 6 PMSun 11 AM to 6

New Rebates on Bosch Induction CooktopsVisit Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center for Bosch Induction Cooktops Considering induction? Take a good look at Bosch cooktops - one of the leaders in induction cooking. Bosch has a long history in development of induction cooking technology and currently offers 10 models of induction cooktops, maybe the largest selection in the industry. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) is your Southern Californian Headquarters for Bosch induction cooktops. The professionals at UAKC will review the line with you and help you choose the cooktop which best suits your needs.Here's what Bosch has to say about their induction cooktops:Get the cooking power of gas in an easy-to-clean smooth surface with an induction cooktop from Bosch. Available in 4 or 5 burner configurations and 30" or 36" widths. These induction stove tops come in solid black or black with stainless steel trim finishes. Bundle the best induction cooktop with other Bosch appliances and save with an eco-friendly kitchen appliance package.36” Induction CooktopBenchmark™ Series - Black with Stainless Steel FrameNITP666SUC MSRP $2799Introducing the Newly Designed and Engineered Induction Cooktop, Featuring the Flexibility of FlexInduction® Cooking Zones.FlexInduction® Can Combine Two Cooking Zones into One Continuous Surface.Dual 12" Heating Element with Powerful 4,500WInduction Cooktops - Faster than Gas & Electric. Easier to Clean & More EfficientSpeedBoost - Boils Water 2x as Fast as Conventional Electric CooktopsAlso Available with Stainless Steel FrameNITP666SUC$100 Rebate on Bosch Induction CooktopsOffer Valid:4/1/2014 - 5/31/2014BONUS! This rebate may be combined with

This is Not an April Fools JokeApril 1, 2014 - June 30, 2014 Miele is offering a 5 Year Extended WarrantyRead below what Miele has to say about their promotion and then contact the professionals at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center to experience Miele yourself.FINDING BETTER SOLUTIONS FOR MORE THAN A CENTURYSince 1899, Miele has created thoughtfully designed, precisely engineered home appliances that fulfill the company’s founding promise of ‘Immer Besser’ — a German phrase meaning ‘Forever Better.’ Our company’s pursuit of excellence and commitment to uncompromising quality has never been simply about better home appliances. Instead, it has been about discovering and developing ways to help our customers ‘live better'.BETTER IS MORE EXPERIENCECombining extensive product knowledge with warm hospitality, highly interactive displays, with informative demonstrations, Miele's Direct Sellers provide the ideal environment to experience the brand. Experience Miele's full range of appliances and select those that complement your lifestyle.BETTER IS MORE SERVICEProviding the ultimate in quality, convenience, and peace of mind Miele's Concierge Services redefine after-sale care. Miele's factory-trained technicians will not only deliver and install your appliances, but they will provide you with a hands-on a tutorial. Ensuring you get the most out of your products...from day one!BETTER IS MORE SATISFACTIONAt Miele, we believe ownership has its privileges. And we are thoroughly committed to providing you with years of brand enjoyment. Your Miele Direct Seller grants you exclusive access to anything from sales promotions and in-store training to VIP Miele Center events and culinary

New Wolf cooktops being launched at Universal Appliance and Kitchen CenterChoose from three different designsSub Zero and Wolf are in the midst of the largest new product introduction in the company's history. The new Wolf cooktop lineup will be available in 3 different design styles. Read below what Wolf has to say about their new cooktops. Contact Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) for availability and pricing on the new Wolf cooktops or other Wolf and Sub Zero appliances.THREE DESIGNS.INFINITE DELICIOUS POSSIBILITIES.We believe the cooktop itself should make your mouth water. With three new styles – transitional, professional, and contemporary – Wolf gas cooktops are now at home in more kitchens than ever, bringing precise control to your kitchen design.From searing highs to delicate lows, no gas cooktop gives you a greater range of control of heat.TransitionalThe flawless pairing of black glass and stainless steel makes our new transitional-style cooktop ideal for spaces where traditional and contemporary designs mingle.ProfessionalBurner pans and control panel are made from a single piece of stainless steel. Knobs available in signature Wolf red, chrome, and two black options. Available in 36" and 30" widths.ContemporaryFor a striking, integrated look, control knobs of the Contemporary cooktop mount to the cabinet panel of your choice. The continuous grates on all three designs let you slide pots from burner to burner; no lifting.36" Transitional Gas CooktopWolf offers the industry’s widest range of gas cooktop styles, and the new 36” transitional gas cooktop features five dual-stacked, sealed burners in a

GE Monogram Belongs in the Luxury Appliance CategoryWhen considering luxury appliance brands, some have discounted GE Monogram not because of the products but because of the "GE" in the Monogram brand name. General Electric is a big name in appliances anchored with the GE name. They include GE, GE Profile, GE Cafe, GE Artistry Series, and GE Monogram. Luxury customers seeking exclusivity can be put off by the association of the Monogram line with its sister GE brands of lower esteem. This is unfortunate.Consider that Whirlpool uses Jenn-Air as their brand in the super premium category. Frigidaire is the mass brand for Electrolux, while Electrolux brand and Electrolux Icon are their top end brand names. The German company BSH has similarly segmented its brands Bosch, Thermador, and Gaggenau. But somehow it's just not the same because General Electric has kept its name on Monogram appliances as GE Monogram.However, there is plenty of differentiation between GE Monogram and GE's other brands. For example, GE Monogram has a really well-featured and attractive line of professional style ranges and rangetops completely different from anything in the the rest of their portfolio. If you want the appearance and performance of pro ranges or rangetops, you should definitely consider GE Monogram.In built-In refrigerators and wine units, GE Monogram is one of only a few brands that also offers a lineup of integrated models. These can be installed flush with hidden hinges to

Avoid These 3 Mistakes When Buying AppliancesThey see a lot of customers every day at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center, and most purchases are straightforward. But, once in a while there are just situations where appliance applications and usages don't quite make sense. Here are 3 of them:1. Don't buy an Energy Star refrigerator and then hook up the old energy wasting refrigerator in the garage.One of the major differences between refrigerators built today and those that date back to the 90's or before is energy usage. Many Energy Star refrigerators today will use about the same amount of energy as a light bulb. It's really remarkable just how much electricity you're saving with that new refrigerator. Why then would you buy a new energy efficient refrigerator and then take that 20 year old energy hog refrigerator and plug it in in your garage where it will run day and night? The old refrigerator needs to be taken out of service, and the refrigerant needs to be properly discharged from the unit and recycled. Ask your salesperson at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) about this.2. Don't buy a new dishwasher with a protruding handle for a corner location. The adjacent cabinet drawer will not open.Locating a dishwasher in a corner cabinet. is generally a bad idea. Even worse is putting a dishwasher with a handle in a corner location so that the handle prevents the