As Washington State’s largest independent appliance dealer, Albert Lee has the industry knowledge backed by over eight decades of experience. What started as a custom furniture store in 1939 has transformed into a three-generation, family-owned business that continues to serve Puget Sound to this day. With over 90 brands carried and six convenient retail locations, you can rely on the quality products and trustworthy service found at Seattle’s best appliance store.

Experience is one thing that cannot be matched. Our rich history and knowledgeable staff members are devoted to helping you find name-brand appliances that appeal to homeowners and builders with a wide variety of tastes, including the sophisticated styles of interior designers, decorators, and architects alike.

It's not about making sales, it’s about helping you find the right appliances to fit your style, your home, and your life. Whether you need help with installation, repairs, or customer service inquiries, this is all part of our worry-free philosophy of doing business.

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Consumer Reports Rundown

If you happened to come across the rating scorecard as provided by Consumer Reports, you’ll notice the results are scored on select criteria such as:

Price paid: Price paid for the appliance
Selection: Selection of available brands or models
Service: Quality of service from sales help
In-store atmosphere: Overall atmosphere of a store (e.g., cleanliness, layout, etc.)
Website usability: Usability of the website (e.g., navigation, clarity, completeness)
Home delivery: If products are efficiently and carefully delivered

Test Results

Price Paid	3/5
Selection	5/5
Service	5/5
In-Store Atmosphere	5/5
Website Usability	n/a
Home Delivery	5/5

Competing stores Consumer Reports reader scores

Albert Lee finished with an overall score of 92. The only areas that lacked a perfect score were website usability (because it has not yet been scored) and the price paid.

The price paid score is slightly lower because some of our appliances come with a higher price tag. This is because Albert Lee is a high-end appliance dealer, and we focus much of our attention toward the luxury appliance space. Albert Lee also carries a wide selection of appliance brands that the big box stores do not. Another reason for disparity is because our pricing includes add-ons others name brand stores charge separately for (i.e., cords, hoses, haul-away, etc). When you shop with us, everything is included, and you won’t be forced to pay extra for necessary add-ons or accessories.

On top of offering a vast collection of appliances, we also pay close attention to the rising energy costs in our area, which is why we offer a wide range of energy-efficient products that help with your monthly energy bill and leave a positive impact on the environment.

Our customers expect to find a healthy variety of name-brand appliances when they step foot through our doors. We're proud to carry the largest display of top-quality kitchen, laundry, and outdoor appliances for your home. Whether you’re buying a counter-depth fridge, 36-inch range, or preparing for a full-service kitchen remodel, Albert Lee is committed to making your appliance buying experience as impactful as it can be.

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What’s the Difference?

There are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to Seattle appliance stores, but finding a store with the right inventory, expertise, and history behind the name makes all the difference. As discussed in the Consumer Reports score, Albert Lee is a regional company being recognized nationally for excellence in our industry, providing the best service, product selection, atmosphere, and delivery.

Albert Lee does not sacrifice quality for adorability, we only provide the top-of-the-line products to best suit our local demographic and their affluent tastes. We offer the largest selection of appliance brands so you can always find exactly what you’re looking for. We provide the same services as the competing stores, but at a much greater scale.

You will never be limited when it comes to delivery, installation, or inventory. We are equipped with products to fulfill any indoor or outdoor cooking space as well as your laundry room. And if you prefer a matching, cohesive kitchen space, you can even explore kitchen appliance packages so you can shop for a bundle deal and make your purchase in bulk.

Most importantly, we treat you like family. When you enter an Albert Lee store, we make sure you feel like our most important customer, no matter your request or appliance need. Behind our vast selection of appliances is a team of highly trained sales associates that are available to answer any questions you may have.

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