Premium Built-In Refrigerators in the Carolinas
Built-in refrigeration is the top choice for a smooth kitchen design. Unlike regular models, our integrated refrigerators and freezers fit perfectly with your cabinetry. They create a sleek look for your home renovation.
Queen City Homestore offers the largest selection of panel-ready and stainless steel built-in refrigerators in Charlotte, Greensboro, and across North and South Carolina. Browse popular brands like Sub-Zero, JennAir, Thermador, and Monogram. Find the ideal built-in unit to finish your custom kitchen vision.
Queen City’s Built-In Refrigerator Buying Guide
Choosing the right luxury refrigeration system is the most critical decision in a kitchen redesign. The right built-in unit provides both timeless style and superior food preservation technology. Use this guide to simplify your shopping process.
Understanding Built-In Types: Integrated, Columns, and Traditional Styles
- Built-in Columns (Single Purpose): Separate, modular units for either Freezer-Only or Refrigerator-Only. Allows for the greatest design flexibility and capacity customization (e.g., a 36" fridge column paired with a 24" freezer column).
- Built-in Bottom Freezer: The most popular configuration. Places the freezer drawer below the fresh food section, keeping the most-used items (refrigerated goods) at eye level. Maintains the signature flush-fit design.
- Built-in Side-by-Side: Offers a vertical split between the refrigerator and freezer sections. Excellent for organized storage and narrow access, as both doors require less swing space than a French door model.
- Built-in French Door: Features two upper doors for the fresh food area and a drawer or single door for the bottom freezer. Provides the widest shelving for platters while maintaining a seamless, flush installation.
- Built-in Top Freezer: A less common, traditional layout that places the freezer above the refrigerated section while maintaining the custom, integrated installation depth and height. Ideal for retrofits or maximizing budget without sacrificing the built-in look.
- Freezerless Built-In (Refrigerator-Only): A dedicated column unit designed solely for fresh food preservation. Ideal for gourmet cooks, large families, or pairing with a separate freezer column or drawer. Maximizes fresh food capacity where it's needed most.
Frequently Asked Questions About Built-In Refrigerators
How do I measure my space for a built-in refrigerator column?
Built-in units are typically 84 inches high and 24 inches deep. The most common widths are 30”, 36”, 42”, and 48”. Always use the cut-out dimensions provided on the product page and allow an extra 1/8" to 1/4" on all sides for proper air circulation and easy panel installation.
What is the benefit of a Dual Compressor System in built-in models?
Many luxury built-in refrigerators feature Dual Compressors. This means the refrigerator and freezer have separate cooling systems. This prevents freezer air from mixing with fresh food, offering superior humidity control and food preservation, which extends the life of your fresh groceries.
Does Queen City Home Store offer installation services for built-in units?
Yes. Unlike big-box stores, Queen City Home Store provides professional, certified built-in installation throughout North and South Carolina. Our technicians are factory-trained to ensure complex integrated units are installed precisely, maintaining your warranty and achieving that perfect flush aesthetic.
What are the most popular luxury built-in brands you carry?
Our most popular brands, known for their reliability and quality, include Sub-Zero, Thermador, JennAir, and Café, and more. These are the brands most frequently chosen by homeowners and designers for custom luxury kitchen projects in the Charlotte and Greensboro areas.
What is a built-in Freezerless or Refrigerator-Only unit?
A Freezerless Built-in Refrigerator is a dedicated column unit designed solely for fresh food storage. These units, which include No Freezer capacity, are perfect for large families, gourmet cooks, or homeowners who wish to pair them with a separate, dedicated Freezer Column for maximum storage flexibility. This allows you to place the freezer wherever it best suits your kitchen layout.