Believe it or not many people would rather deal with a car repair than to have wrestle with the nuisance of repairing a clothes dryer. Both of these are mandatory items in a home, but there are major differences when it comes to the hassles that one will have to deal with.

Dealing with a car although more expensive, can be a lot smoother than dealing with an appliance repair such as a dryer. The fact is that many car owners have longer term warranties that cover the cost of repairs. In retrospect, appliance manufacturers such as sears, electrolux, maytag, whirlpool and KitchenAid often offer a one year warranty. What this means is, if something goes wrong, you are basically on your own.

The best thing to do when buying a new washer or dryer is to purchase the extended warranty that is offered. An extended warranty will help you with the issue, but often is difficult to get the manufacturer to act in a manner that is most convenient for your family. Unlike a car repair, you can not just go to the rent a car company and rent a car for a week. Could you imagine the inconvenience to a large family if they had to wait a few weeks for a manufacture to assign a clothes dryer repair technician to come to their home.

In many of these situations, the appliance's warranty has expired and the thought of going to a laundromat is not an option. Whether it is the lack of time, or the inconvenience of going to a laundromat, many choose to call an appliance repair professional that can be on the scene in a more reasonable time. In some cases, even consumers that have warranties are recommended to outside major appliance contractors by the manufacturer to alleviate some of the inconvenience of a refrigerator, washer, stove and clothes dryer repairs.

The truth is that there are several ways to manage with the breakdown of a vehicle. One can rent a car, carpool, choose public transportation or utilize another vehicle until the problem is fixed. The breakdown of a major appliance however can affect the family in a really adverse way. Let's face it, not being able to wear clean clothes, cook in your own kitchen, or having to deal with food spoiling due to an simple appliance repair can be an uncomfortable situation for a family.