The Maytag Repairman is one of the most famous icons in American advertising. But Maytag still makes great appliances, too.
What about those washers and dryers? If the guy in those commercials was so bored, then Maytag has to be a good product, right? Well, Maytag still makes highly rated washers and dryers. Among these is their Neptune model, which is one of the best on the market today according to several consumer groups. Maytag's website explains that the Neptune has the one and only "touchscreen" for controls, plus a feature that works on even the toughest stains by rotating clothes continuously. The Neptune comes in front- or top loading options. But the neatest version of this great system comes with a trademarked "Drying Center;" the upper chamber of the unit has a multi-shelved rack on which clothes are laid out, allowing for minimization of wrinkling. It may look a little different, but this ultimate, Jetsons-like version of the Neptune washer-dryer combination is a great advance in home cleaning of garments.
Maytag also makes dependable dishwashers, like their famous JetClean model. Many folks are concerned mainly with one thing in a dishwasher: capacity. The JetClean addresses this, according to Maytag's website, by providing a third rack for placement of items, as well as what they call a "tall tub" design that also increases space, which provides room for up to 14 place settings! Maytag also offers dishwasher options like sound-reducers for peaceful cleanup after meals, and the "fine filtration" system and four-arm jets that will ensure that dishes get their cleanest.
Maytag ranges are no less innovative then their cleaning cousins, the dishwashers and laundry units. In fact, one of the most unique appliances on the market today is the patented Gemini Range, which is actually two ovens in one. Imagine being able to make two separate meals or entrees at the same time; the convenience of not having to shuffle dishes in and out of the oven is well worth the money invested in this top-of-the-line unit. Some other helpful options with Maytag ovens are self-cleaning controls and space-creating "half racks," which allow for maximum cooking surfaces.
Maytag also makes things like a cordless iron, which is a long way from the one your mom probably used to use. Maytag cordless irons have terrific features like a storage case that allows you to put it away immediately after use - even if it's still hot! These innovative irons also include non-drag soleplates for smooth ironing, and automatic shut-off and precise temperature controls.
If you're concerned about the warranties on electric items, you're not alone; everyone knows the agony of an appliance breaking, only to be revealed that you're a mere month past the end of the guarantee. Although warranties differ for different products, Maytag offers a really neat service on their website, where you just enter your product's serial numbers, and the warranty information pops up. With their trademarked Dependability Plus program, extended service contracts offer 100% coverage on parts and labor, zero deductible (there is an annual fee instead), and in-house service for big appliances. There's even a multiple appliance coverage plan; if your house is outfitted with several Maytag units, you can choose package coverage on all or just some of your appliances, say all your kitchen appliances, or just the laundry units.
So where can you get these great products? Maytag is offered - much as many top name-brand appliances are these days - at Home Depot, Lowe's, Sears, and Best Buy stores everywhere. If you're not into shopping at suburban Big Box stores, many local hardware and appliance sellers and renters also handle Maytag brands, and magtag.com has a neat feature where you just enter your zip code and all the local dealers are listed, with contact information.
Maytag appliances are some of the best on the market. From irons and ranges to dishwashers and washer-dryers sets, Maytag makes them all. Most everyone remembers the Maytag repairman commercials, but if you're looking for innovative products that will be both dependable and efficient, look into their appliances. You'll find that Maytag offers much more than just funny advertisements!
