Tips and Brands For Durable, Dependable Refrigerators

[Jillyan MacMorris]

It sounds like my refrigerator/freezer is passing away! I would love any advice on landlords' favorite brands or models that last well and are not complicated. And are there any tricks to for the purchase as a landlord? I am planning to make the purchase with a Black Friday sale!

[Arvand Sabetian]

Depends on your unit and size. Also, are you trying to avoid one with an ice maker--potential here for additional maintenance if any issues arise.

I've had Whirlpool, Samsung, Frigidaire in properties without any issues.

Make sure you're aware of what the manufacturer warranty covers things such as parts, labor, and compressor. 

[Jillyan MacMorris]

Quote from @Arvand Sabetian:

Depends on your unit and size. Also, are you trying to avoid one with an ice maker--potential here for additional maintenance if any issues arise.

I've had Whirlpool, Samsung, Frigidaire in properties without any issues.

Make sure you're aware of what the manufacturer warranty covers things such as parts, labor, and compressor. 

 Thank you! I am trying to avoid an ice maker and probably a water dispenser. Just something basic that is serviceable and lasts.

[Colleen F.]

@Jillyan MacMorris  I have had several LGs  fail so I avoid them. 

[Parmesh P.]

Hello Jillyan, I was just wondering why you will eliminate the water and ice maker. Personally I will not be happy with a basic refridgerator in my rental. My experience is similar to Colleen's experience. I stay away from LG and Samgsung. The samgsung seems to have problems with the ice maker and circuit board in general. I have two Maytag in my rentals for about 7 years now with no problem. I bought them from home depot. This is the model # at home depot. MRFF4236RZ

[Paul Cijunelis]

Quote from @Parmesh P.:

My experience is similar to Colleen's experience. I stay away from LG and Samgsung. The samgsung seems to have problems with the ice maker and circuit board in general. I have two Maytag in my rentals for about 7 years now with no problem. I bought them from home depot. This is the model # at home depot. MRFF4236RZ

I'll add to this as well. Samsung are garbage, won't buy another. Maytag and Whirlpool are good imo.

I personally also avoid ice makers and water dispensers. Why? they are largely unused by me, and I believe also tenants. They are far more common now and harder to find models without but:

1) these add cost to the purchase price
2) they don't bring a lot of value
3) they can leak or detach and damage the property

I own around 50 doors and I cap off the line at the wall or in the basement with a valve and a cap so the potential for leaks is 0.00001% :-)