Great interview. There is alot of truth here but some things got glossed over about how "easy" and "anyone can do this" . As an appliance guy I definitely have learned as I go along. I only warranty what I install. I've had every ridiculous scenario with people dropping them down steps, cross threading inlet valves, dryer power blocks,pinched or clogged vents,drains and just laying the washer drainhose on the floor to a drain and wonder why the washer never fills up. The list definitely goes on. If you are not mechanically inclined and cannot repeatedly lift heavy stuff and work on your knees, this business is not for you. There is always alot of dirty work in the cleaning business and if you have any dust allergies dryers will be difficult as I wear a mask alot and goggles because if you're not using an air compressor alot, you will not get them as clean both inside and out. There are so many different kinds of parts on all the brands of appliances, it can get expensive buying parts if you don't have them used in stock from a donor machine. I stay away from LG, Samdung, GE, Fridgidare and any frontloader. I don't do any service calls unless I sold it because there is too much time in driving back and forth ordering parts and tearing down machines in people's houses get get messy and you feel rushed. I can usually switch out a washer faster than just "fixing the problem". Refrigerators suck. The only ones worth messing with in my opinion are simple top freezer models. They are definitely easier to work on and not too hard to move. I do believe many people are capable of doing this but most people I have met that run used appliance shops don't do a great job at cleaning them and bypass lid switches and dryer thermostats. Many times I find things bypassed and there is nothing wrong with the part, they just avoid service calls to get through their 30 day warranty. I give 90 days and within a year, if anything needs service, I just have them pay me back for parts and some gas money. There is alot of frustration that comes with this business trying to figure out what's wrong with an appliance but when you figure it out and sell it, that is such a great feeling and keeps me going. There are so any scammers on both Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace it gets ridiculous sometimes, you just need to learn how to spot em. Bens Appliance is awesome and science he's here in Ohio, I need to take a road trip I just won't tell my wife and kids lol. I've been doing this for 14 years including 7 years at a coin laundry company along the way. I've had knee and shoulder surgery, a bacterial infection from something funky so I always wear gloves now and my elbows hurt alot but I still keep doing this for some reason 😆 😒. Wash on 🤘!
Awesome interview! I’ve been a fan of Gabe for a while his content pretty much single handedly guided me through my initial beginnings in the washer and dryer flipping business. You did a wonderful job of asking great questions and keeping it relatable to everyone. You are a great interviewer! Thanks!
@Jonathan T. Brown good question! We don’t do it, but seems like it is the idea all over the internet these days. I (Ashley) must say, the last few times I have moved, it’s been difficult getting rid of my couches. I’ve basically given them away... so that is probably how!
@Jonathan T. Brown Craigslist! Search Ryan Pineda Couch flipping and he has an excellent video. If you end up doing it successfully and want to be interviewed, let me know.
As a repair tech I can tell he isn't one. 4 hours is way too long for any fix on a front loader. Nothing takes me longer than 2, or 3 if something goes sideways.
