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Quick links to retailers offering connection services:
• www.argos.co.uk
• www.be-direct.co.uk
• www.comet.co.uk
• www.currys.co.uk
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www.dixons.co.uk
• www.littlewoods-online.com
• www.sainsburyskitchenappliances.co.uk
• www.tesco.com
Appliance City 
• www.appliancecity.net
Headers: Accessories, American Style, Cooker Hoods, Dishwashers, Freestanding Cookers, Hobs, Laundry, Microwaves, Ovens, Range Cookers, Refrigeration
Excellent range of kitchen appliances from most of the major brand names. Gas, dual fuel and electric cookers plus electric and gas hobs available. Appliance City is based in Gotham Lane, Bunny, Nottingham and is part of Bunny Appliance Warehouse Limited which was established in 1984. They are open 6 days a week:- Monday Friday 9.30am to 5.30pm Saturday 10am to 5pm Bank Holidays 11am to 3pm.
Appliance-Direct
• www.appliance-direct.co.uk
Headers: Hi-Fi Systems, Portable Audio, Hi-Fi Separates, Home Laundry, Dishwashers, Cleaners, Cleaner Accessories, Refrigeration, Televisions, VCR/DVD, Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Cookers, Microwaves, Gas Fires, TV & Audio Furniture, Digital Boxes, Digital Radios, Home Telephones
Established as an electrical retailer for over 35 years, Appliance Direct has an extensive range and competitive pricing on all leading brands. This site is easy to navigate with full specifications for each item. Appliance Direct is operated by Reliance Electrical which is based in Babington Lane, Derby.
Argos 
• www.argos.co.uk
Headers: Furniture, Homewares, Household Appliances, Sound & Vision, Office PC & Phone, Photography, Sports & Leisure, DIY Garden & Pets, Toys & Games, Baby, Personal Care, Jewellery & Watches
The retail giant Argos sells an enormous range of (mostly) household goods and usually at very competitive prices. Also, they very often have sales on, so its always worth while checking out the website if you can't get down to your nearest store - I know we've managed to get some good bargains in the past! The site is fast loading and easy to navigate. Argos was founded in 1973 and now has over 500 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Argos is headquartered in Stafford.
• Special Features: Free 16 returns days policy for non faulty items. Either return to your nearest store or they will collect free of charge. You can also set up gift lists with Argos for weddings, anniversaries etc.
Asda
• www.asda.co.uk
Headers: Groceries, Financial Services, Books, CDs, DVDs, Games, Electricals, Furniture, Gifts, Mobile Phones, Opticians, Photo, Travel
Not just groceries, but speaking of which, if you order your groceries online with an Asda credit card you get free delivery! Check the website to see if they deliver in your area.
Asda Elecricals
Very large range of electrical equipment:
TVs & DVDs, Home & Kitchen, Audio & Hi Fi, Satellite Navigation, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing & Gaming, Health & Beauty, Electrical Accessories
Delivery charges vary according to item but are clearly shown on each product page.
Be Direct
• www.be-direct.co.uk
Headers: Audio, Camcorders, Cleaners, Cooking, Digital Cameras, Dishwashers, DVD Players (~60), Heating Appliances, Laundry, Massage Chairs, Refrigeration, Small Kitchen Goods, Televisions, VCR's, Fitness & Game Equipment
Be-direct have been trading online since 1998. They have a large range of products in all categories (over 4000 items ) and sell most major brands of electrical goods such as Sony, Panasonic, Zanussi, Samsung, Magimix, Dualit, Toshiba and many more. Extended warranty available. Be Direct is based in St Clears, Carmarthenshire.
• Connection Service: Can be arranged if required - please contact for a quote.
• Free Delivery - Free UK delivery except Isle of Wight, Scottish Islands and Highlands, Scilly Isles, Isle of Man, and Northern Ireland.
Bennetts Electrical
• www.bennettsonline.co.uk
Headers: Televisions, Audio & HiFi, DVD & Video, Camcorders & Cameras, Communications, Accessories, Wireless Media Centre, Satellite Navigation, Laundry, Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Cooking, Vacuum Cleaners, Personal Care, Heating & Cooling, Small Appliances, Fitness Machines
Huge range of electrical products featuring most of the major brand names. Based in Norwich, Bennets currently has 11 stores in England and Wales.
• Connection Service: Gas/electric cookers, washing machines and cinema surround sound installation can be arranged for certain areas. Please telephone for details.
• Special Features: Warranties plus credit and interest free credit available.
• Free Delivery on orders >£200
Co-op Electrical Shop
• www.coopelectricalshop.co.uk
Headers: Laundry & Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Cooking, Built in Appliances, Kitchen Sinks & Taps, Televisions, DVD & Video, Audio & Hi Fi, Small Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners, Heating
• Connection Service: is not available but for a small fee they will remove old kitchen appliances if they are disconnected.
• Special Features: 14 day returns policy. Many items, including large appliances, can be delivered within 2 days. Look out for the "Rapid Delivery" symbol.
Delivery is for mainland UK only
Comet
• www.comet.co.uk
Headers:Kitchen & Home, Home Entertainment, Computing, Portable Technology
As you would expect from one of the largest retailers in the UK, Comet have a very wide range of products for sale online in all categories. In addition, Comet provides comprehensive product guides for the whole of their range. Additional features are a repair service backed up by over 600 engineers across the UK, old fridges removed for £15, connection and installation available where neccessary plus extended warranties.
• Special Features: Monthly payment plans on selected products. Returns policy: 28 days for unopened items, 7 days for opened items. Comet now offers "Click and Collect" - order online and collect from your nearest Comet branch.
• Connection Service: Comet offers a connection service for washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, electric cookers, ovens & hobs, TVs.
• Free Delivery on all kitchen appliances >£399
Currys
• www.currys.co.uk
Headers: Audio & HiFi, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing, Cooking, Dishwashers, DIY and Garden Tools, DVD & Video, Fitness Sport & Health, Gadgets & Gifts, Gaming, GPS Satellite Navigation, Home Security, In Car Entertainment, iPod & MP3, Lighting, Phones, Refrigeration, Small Appliances, Small Kitchen Appliances, Televisions, Vacuum Cleaners, Washers & Dryers
Currys offers a range of many thousands of products online including a constantly updated range of Web exclusives. 24 Hr Helpline, delivery 7 days a week (usually within 4 working days of order) and expert installation, backed by a nation-wide network of over 380 stores. Comparison capability allows you to compare similar products.
• Special Features: Detailed buyers guides. As well as buying online you can now reserve certain items online and collect and pay at your nearest store.
Connection Service: Available for Large Kitchen Appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: See special offers for the latest Currys Promo Codes
Dixons
• www.dixons.co.uk
Headers: TV + DVD, Kitchen, Phot, Sat Nav, Games, Audio, Computing, Fitness, Household, Gadgets
Although the Dixons High Street stores have been re-branded as Curry's Digital, the Dixons brand continues to trade online. (Currys, Dixons and PC World amongst others are part of the same electrical retail group, DSG Retail Limited). Thousands of products from binoculars to mp3 players, from global positioning systems to recordable DVD players, not to mention a huge range of kitchen appliances. Fast, no fuss, secure online shopping.
• Special Features: Price Match promise. Finance options available.
• Installation Service: Available for large kitchen appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: See special offers for the latest Dixons Promo Codes
Electrical Discount UK
• www.electricaldiscountuk.co.uk
Headers: Vision, Imaging, Hi-Fi / Audio, Home Laundry, Dishwashers, Cooling, Cooking, Microwave Ovens, Cleaning, Household, In-Car, Accessories, New Technology
Electrical products as well as domestic appliances all by leading manufacturers. Very competitive pricing. Electrical Discount UK is based in Northgate, Blackburn, Lancashire.
• Special Features: Finance available. All products supplied by Electrical Discount UK are inclusive of 1 year parts & labour guarantee, unless stated otherwise. Extension Guarantees are available.
Electrical Spares Ltd
• www.espares.co.uk
Headers: Electrical Spares & Accessories, Batteries & Chargers
Electrical Spares Ltd has a huge range of accessories and spare parts for most domestic electrical appliances, including kichen appliances, heaters, polishers, cleaners, TV & audio, computers and also flymos. Prices are very competitive. Electrical Spares is based in Chelsea.
Empire Direct
• www.empiredirect.co.uk
Headers: TVS, DVD & VCR, Audio & Hi Fi, Home & Kitchen, Camcorders & Cameras, Computing & Games, Mobiles & Telephones, In Car Systems, Heath & Leisure, Accessories & Media
Online electrical superstore where you can buy the latest top brand electrical goods at discount prices. Excellent easy to use site and they have a lot of choice in every area. Empire Direct is based in Roundhay Road, Leeds.
• Special Features: Low Price Guarantee - If you find any of their products advertised and in stock and immediately available at Comet, Currys, Dixons, Argos, John Lewis's or Tesco.com, they guarantee to beat that price by 5% (inc delivery costs). Does not include mobile phonesm DVDs, console games. Also, credit facilities are available.
Grattan
• www.grattan.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Kids, Interiors, Electrical, DIY & Outdoor, Extras
Clothes for all the family plus home accessories and furniture, audio visual and computer equipment, garden and outdoor equipment - in short all the things you would expect to see in the Grattan catalogue! Buy online or request a catalogue. Grattan belongs to the same group of companies as Freemans and Kaleidoscope.
• Special Features: Interest free credit terms available plus there is a free 14 day returns policy on unwanted items.
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: - £15 off first order
Great Universal
• www.greatessentials.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Babies & Kids, Electrical, Home & Garden, Leisure
The website is operated by the catalogue people, Great Universal. This means that you can either pay immediately by credit or debit card, or you can open an account with them. Account holders get 20 weeks interest free credit and 40 weeks for some items such as computers and mobile phones. There is a large choice of clothing, electrical and home and garden goods - just what you would expect from a catalogue.
• Special Features: Free 14 day returns policy
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: 10% discount is available for first timevisitors and up to 20% off Great Universal catalogue prices when you buy online.
Littlewoods
• www.littlewoods-online.com
Headers: Women, Men, Kids & Toys, Sport & Leisure, Home & Garden, Appliances, Electronics, Jewellery & Gifts
Littlewoods, famous for many years for its catalogue service, now offers over 40,000 products online, including clothing and footwear for all the family, sports equipment, toys, furniture and home accessories, electrical equipment plus a wide range of garden equipment, tools and accessories. Request a catalogue or buy online.
• Special Features: Interest free payment plans available. Free 14 day returns policy.
• Free Delivery
• Special Offers: £15 off when you open a credit account
Marshall Ward
• www.marshallward.co.uk
Headers: Womens, Mens, Babies & Kids, Electronics, Appliances, Home & Garden, Sports & Leisure, Toys & Games, Jewellery & Gifts
Many of you may be familiar with the Marshall Ward catalogue. Like most catalogues, they sell a wide range of clothing for all the family, plus household and leisure items. If you don't want to pay for goods immediately, you can set up an Assist account with them and pay monthly. No credit charge is made if you pay by the due date. If you prefer, you can order a catalogue online. Marshall Ward also offers a range of financial services including loans and insurance.
• Special Features: Free 14 day returns policy - goods will be collected. Sign up for the newsletter and be entered in a monthly draw to win £1000 to spend online at Marshal Ward.
• Special Offers: 10% discount with your first order.
MFI
• www.mfi.co.uk
Headers: Home Office, Bedroom, Lounge & Dining, Kitchen, Bathroom
MFI is offering a range of furniture, kitchens, kitchen appliances, bathrooms and bathroom accessories, from buget pieces to upmarket goods. The prices are good, but remember that all furniture, except Schreiber kitchen carcasses, is delivered as flat packs.
• Special Features: MFI promises to refund double the difference if you find the same or similar products at a lower price within 28 days of purchase.
A whopping 90 day return policy - return the goods to your nearest MFI store within this time for a refund.
There is a free, no obligation to buy, kitchen and bathroom design service - you can either make an appointment at one of their stores or use the online design feature on the website.
Installation service: MFI offers an installation service and finance deals.
• Free Delivery - to UK mainland, NI and IOW (except bathrooms to IOW)
Next Directory
• www.next.co.uk
Headers: Women, Lingerie, Men, Children, Homeware, Electrical, Gifts, Flowers, Gift Vouchers
Next Directory is the UK's largest direct home shopping company. You can shop online, on the high street and by telephone. (Next has hundreds of high street stores throughout the UK). The website also has a "quickshop" feature - if you know the code numbers of the goods you want to order you can just enter these. You can pay by credit card or you can open a Next account and you will receive a monthly statement. There is a small charge if you order a copy of the Next Directory.
• Special Features: Returns are free on account purchases. Next day delivery on flowers.
• Connection Service: Connection service available on freestanding washing machines, washer dryers and dishwashers. Your old machine must be disconnected first. They will also dispose of your old appliance. Charges apply.
Oxendales
• www.oxendales.com
Headers: Fashion, Lingerie, Nightwear, Footwear, Men, Home & Leisure, Electricals
Part of the JD Williams home shopping group, Oxendales offers value for money clothing in wide ranging fittings (12 – 34, with selected styles in 10 – 36) plus furniture, home accessories, audio visual equipment, small electricals, PAYG mobiles and kitchen appliances. Buy online or request a catalogue. Oxendales is based in Manchester.
• Special Features: You can add up to 12 different delivery addresses in your Oxendales address book.
Sainsbury's Kitchen Appliances
• www.sainsburyskitchenappliances.co.uk
Headers: Washing & Laundry, Cooking, Refrigeration, Energy Saving, Accessories
Over 4,000 Kitchen Appliances from Washing Machines to Coffee Machines. There are four easy to use selection boxes at the top to make your choice - Type, Manufacturer, Value and Fitting. They have practically every brand on the market Admiral, AEG, Baumatic ... to Zanussi you name it they've got it. Plus a large range of energy saving items also. You might like to check the the "Savings" page where you can often pick up some very good bargains. Sainsbury's Kitchen Appliances is, of course, part of the Sainsbury's Group of companies.
• Special Features: - You can earn Nectar points at a rate of 2 Nectar points for every £1 you spend
• Connection Service: Connection of a free standing washing machine, washer dryer or dishwasher to suitable plumbing and plug socket. Sainsbury's will also disposal of your existing appliances (not refrigeration units).
Screwfix Direct
• www.screwfix.com
Headers: Abrasives, Access & Storage, Automotive, Bathrooms, Blades, Bolts, Building, Cleaning, Conservatories, Decorating Sundries, Doors & Windows, Drill Bits, Electrical, Fixings, Flooring, Hand Tools, Heating & Ventilation, Ironmongery, Kitchens, Landscaping, Lighting, Nails, Outdoor Buildings, Paint, Plumbing, Power Tools, Screwdriver Bits, Screws, Sealants & Adhesives, Security, Workplace Safety, Workwear
Huge range of DIY products, including complete kitchens, bathrooms, kitchen appliances, log cabins, garage doors, greenhouses ....... the list goes on. Screwfix Direct has over 20 trade counters in England, with the head office based in Yeovil. You can also see Screwfix Direct at most major homes and building exhibitions in the UK.
• Special Features: 30 day returns policy
• Free Delivery on orders >£45
Top Appliance
• www.topappliance.com
Headers: American Fridge/Freezers, Cooker Hoods, Dishwashers, Hobs, Laundry, Microwaves, Other, Ovens, Range cookers, Refrigeration, Wine Coolers
Large range of freestanding and built-in kitchen appliances, including both gas and electric hobs and range cookers. Note, the only freestanding cookers they have are range cookers. Most top brands are available including AEG, Bosch, LG, Neff, Smeg, Zanussi and many more. Top Appliance does not have stores and sells via the internet only, thus saving on overhead costs. They offer to match or beat any genuine offer elsewhere on the internet. The head office is in Sheffield.
Tribal UK
• www.tribaluk.com
Headers: Vision, Audio, Audio Separates, Gaming, Communication, Laundry, Dishwashers, Refrigeration, Vacuum Cleaners, Cooking, Small Appliances, Fires, Fitness Equipment
Tribal UK offers a wide range of household electrical appliances from major manufacturers. They also offer real stone fireplaces plus a very good range of fitness equipment including exercise bikes, cross trainers, air walkers, rowing machines and treadmills. Goods are delivered directly from the manufacturer. Tribal UK is based in Norwich.
• Special Features: There is a Buy Now Pay Later scheme allowing customers who purchase goods in excess of £190 to defer payment for 12 months. Warranties available.
• Free Delivery - deliveries to mainland UK only
Trueshopping
• www.trueshopping.co.uk
Headers: Bathroom, Bathroom Accessories, Fitted Kitchen Appliances, Garden, Household, Kitchen Accessories, Lighting, Luggage, Accessories and Fashion Bags, Plumbing, Security and Safety, Tools, World of Sport, Electronics
Owned by Ultratrueflow of Burnley, Trueshopping offers a wide range of mostly household, garden and DIY products plus an excellent sports department, at very competitive prices. Many of the bathroom products are made exclusively for Ultratrueflow.
• Free Mainland Delivery on orders >£50
• International Delivery Available
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