Stores prepare for appliance rebate program

In another attempt to stimulate the economy, you can receive 15% off appliance purchases Friday.

The state is again holding an appliance rebate program where all Energy Star qualified washers, refrigerators, dishwashers or freezers will have a 15% discount until the program’s money runs out.  Rebates are only available if you are replacing an existing, less efficient appliance.

John’s Service and Sales are among the businesses tapped into the appliance rebate program.  Besides the 15% discount, the Oglesby business is also offering free local delivery and a free, three-year parts and labor warranty for orders $399 and up.

The rebate program lasts until the money dries up, which was within hours during the last event.