Lackey Electrical and Refrigeration

How to Buy a Refrigerator

Time to buy a refrigerator for your home? HouseLogic’s refrigerator buying guide has advice and tips to get an efficient long-lasting fridge.

When to Tip Cheat Sheet

Tipping is awkward. It’s like a secret language that we’re all expected to speak but nobody ever teaches it to you. You’re just supposed to know when to tip and when not to and ho…

Things Restaurant Servers Say... and What They Really Mean

10 Things You Should Not Refrigerate

Certain items are at their prime when stored at room temperature.

13 Tasty Fish Taco Recipes

Try some coastal twists on the classic fish taco with these homemade slaws, salsas, and cremas—your fish tacos will never taste the same again.

What Every Restaurant Owner Should Know Before Buying Used Equipment

Posted by on 9/9/2015<br>One of the more costly items to buy when opening a new restaurant is the equipment. Despite drawing a loan, money goes by quickly in the restaurant industry. You are probably going to have to start your own restaurant with a low-budget but thousands of dollars can be spent in a short period of time. Many restaurateurs choose to buy used equipment as an alternative investment when their funds are tight. There are several things you as a restaurateur…

Restaurant Equipment Suppliers: 5 Tips for Working Effectively Together

If you’re looking to buy a new piece of restaurant equipment (or even just one that’s new to you), it’s time to ask yourself: How do you approach restaurant equipment suppliers?

Everything You Need to Know About Restaurant Equipment

Restaurant equipment is vital for a commercial kitchen or dining room. Buying used or leased equipment can save a lot of money before opening day.

You Should Consider a Restaurant Equipment Lease

Are you in the business, or do you have a strong desire to be a restaurant owner....but you don't have a surplus of cash to purchase good qu...

Benefits of Leasing Restaurant Equipment

Leasing restaurant equipment may be a better option for a new restaurant owner, then buying new restaurant equipment.

Should You Invest in Restaurant Equipment?

Where to Find New and Used Restaurant Equipment

Knowing where to find new and used restaurant equipment will help you figure out your budget and find the tools you need to effectively run your business.

So, You Need Some Restaurant Equipment: Important Questions to Ask Before You Purchase

If you didn’t answer yes to all these questions, you might consider replacing it with a different make or model. If you don’t know exactly what you are looking for—but know what features you need—one of our knowledgeable sales representatives can point you in the right direction<br>What Brand Should I Buy?<br>I recommend purchasing equipment that is made in the USA and/or has a good reputation. Make sure that the equipment has the proper Certification Marks (NSF, UL, CSA, ETL, etc.) and…

Everything You Need to Know About Stainless Steel

Posted by on 10/12/2015<br>If you are browsing on our website, you will notice the majority of equipment we have is made of stainless steel. When it comes to commercial restaurant equipment this durable metal is the defining difference between economy and quality brand items. If you have noticed, some of our descriptions go into great detail about the types of stainless steel grades we offer<br>304 stainless steel contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. 316 stainless steel contains 16% chromium and 10%…

Benefits of New Restaurant Equipment

Should you buy or lease your restaurant equipment?

When opening a new restaurant business, think whether you'll buy or lease equipment for the commercial kitchen. Read this guide to know what to consider.

Trends in restaurant equipment drive efficiency, serve off-premises dining

With restaurants continuing to evolve toward more convenience and high-tech operations, innovative foodservice equipment has become a key consideration.

5 Benefits of Leasing Restaurant Equipment from Instawares

Leasing is almost always an option when it comes to procuring high value items like homes, cars, and furniture. Restaurant …

When Should Restaurant Owners Pay Themselves?

Restaurant owners should look to pay themselves, but also be wary of paying themselves too much too soon.

There Are 3 Types of Restaurant Owners. Which One Are You?

By Donald Burns, Foodable Industry Expert When you work with an average of 300 restaurants a year, it's quite easy to see emerging trends and patterns in the behavioral dynamics that make up what could be defined as a restaurant owner DNA. To better understand these three types of restaurant owners,