Appliance Shark Takes Six CommunityVotes 2026 Awards Across Three Kansas Cities

Appliance Shark, the family-owned Overland Park, Kansas appliance retailer, was named appliance store and repair service of the year for the third consecutive year and won six CommunityVotes 2026 awards across three cities. PRLog announced the recognition on November 13, 2026.

Appliance Shark's Six CommunityVotes 2026 Wins

The awards span Overland Park, Lawrence and Olathe. Appliance Shark took Platinum in Appliances and in Appliance Repair in Overland Park, Platinum in both categories in Lawrence, and Platinum in Appliance Repair and Gold in Appliances in Olathe. The store also holds a 4.9-star rating across more than 640 Google reviews.

Appliance Shark sells brand-new appliances with small cosmetic details, such as light scratches or dents from shipping, at 30 to 50 percent below big-box prices, each with its full factory warranty. Refrigerators start at $499.

"We know appliances aren't something people necessarily want to spend their money on. Usually, when someone comes in, it's because something broke and they need help," said Alysha Lay, co-owner of Appliance Shark. "We want people to feel comfortable coming in, knowing we're going to do our best to help them find something they can afford. Not everyone needs to spend thousands of dollars on a refrigerator or washer and dryer."

Co-owner Joey Lay said the business began as a way to help people save money. "We're proud of the six awards, but we're even more grateful for the people who continue to support us, shop local, and trust us in their homes," he said.

How Appliance Shark Built Its Discount Model

Appliance Shark is a family-owned, single-location discount appliance retailer in Overland Park that sells scratch-and-dent and open-box major appliances from premium brands, with delivery, installation, repair and financing services, according to akta.pro company records. The company was founded in 2022 and lists Joey Lay as founder and owner.

The same records show Appliance Shark became an authorized Speed Queen dealer in 2024, offering brand-new Speed Queen laundry appliances at up to 15 percent off. In 2023 it integrated Snap Finance lease-to-own financing with a $300 to $5,000 approval range and 90 Days Same as Cash, and launched tiered extended warranty plans with 1-, 2- and 3-year terms covering parts and labor and transferable to new owners.

Appliance Shark's inventory totals 177 products across all categories, including 59 refrigerators, 20 washers, 32 dryers, 11 dishwashers, 5 ranges, 4 freezers and 12 electric bikes, the same records show. The company's website lists the store at 7755 Shawnee Mission Pkwy in Overland Park.