Nationwide Appliance Shortage Makes it Hard for Retailers, Repair Shops to Meet Demand
KANSAS CITY, MO—Although several appliance manufacturing plants have resumed production in the last few months, a nationwide shortage remains, forcing retailers and repair shops to scramble to meet demand.
Brian Pippen owns Appliance Care Company in Belton, MO, and says he's had customers waiting for months for new appliances and parts. "When we see zeros all the way down the board, and it says out of stock, we already know it’s on a national backorder," says Pippen.