5 times when buying quality is important
You pay for what you get. Louis Altman of GlobaFone, a premium provider of global communication solutions reiterates, “If a $100 item lasts a year but the $300 competitive version lasts five years, it makes sense to buy the more ‘expensive’ item.”
1. Extended warranties on laptop computers
It costs more to service a laptop than it does a desktop, and it will pay to take out an extended warranty on a more expensive model. If you buy a desktop that’s on the cheaper end, however, don’t purchase a warranty.
For your own sake, you also don’t want to skimp on the monitor for your desktop computer. Buying a better quality, larger monitor will make working much more comfortable for you, and the text and images you see will be sharper.
3. Energy Star appliances
Paying for an appliance, like a fridge or a washing machine, that promises to save you 40 per cent on energy and water bills is a much better investment than buying a cheaper option. You may spend more upfront, but you will be saving much more in the long run.
4. Programmable thermostat
These are more expensive than standard thermostats, but work to automatically reduce your heating or cooling in your home when you don’t actually need it. You can program it to fit your lifestyle and household routine so you’re not unnecessarily using up energy.
You can even get some models that will let you program a different energy-saving program for every day of the week.
5. Eyeglasses
Sure, you can get yourself a pair of reading glasses from any chemist. But your eyes are more important than a cheap pair of reading glasses. Get your eyes tested with a good optometrist, who will also check on the ongoing health of your eyes. Glasses from Specsavers run as cheap as $99 and still use quality lenses. Using a prescription tailored for you will be better for you in the long-run.
6. Professional services
When it comes to services that involve your health, finances and safety, don’t skimp out. Paying for a good doctor, a good financial advisor or a good electrician is well worth the investment. You don’t want your health, finances or safety at jeopardy because of a cheap job.