Bay Area's Box Appliance repair company says someone is impersonating them, swindling their customers out of thousands of dollars and not actually fixing anything.
The shortage has led to increased prices, and it's not just paint. Specialty sanders, are on backorder for up to eight months. The actual metal cans that hold the paint are scarce worldwide. The list goes on...
Should you buy a used appliance? Also, watch the end of the video if buying new is the way to go.
"This was an LG refrigerator and it was around $4,200. Luckily we kept our old fridge!" the customer said.
SURGE IN APPLIANCE SALES: Some retailers report a two month wait for certain brands of refrigerators or dryers.
MY APPLIANCE BROKE, NOW WHAT? Consumer Reports has some advice about what to do if your appliance in your home breaks during the coronavirus pandemic.