In the heart of Northern Utah, where mountains meet main streets and neighbors still wave from their porches, one family-run appliance repair company decided to do something a little…unexpected for a local parade.
Instead of fixing leaky dishwashers and saving broken fridges, the Appliance E.M.T. team rolled up their sleeves and built a half-size parade float modeled after a Life Flight helicopter.
Yes, you read that right — a helicopter. In a parade.
But for the team behind Appliance E.M.T., this wasn’t just about showing off mechanical skill or turning heads. It was about showing up for the community they serve every single day — only this time, with lights, sirens, and a whole lot of plywood.
Why a Life Flight Helicopter?
“We’ve always admired what Life Flight crews do,” says Blake, the owner and lead technician at Appliance E.M.T., a leading appliance repair company in Northern Utah. “They show up when people need help the most. And that kind of service is something we connect with deeply.”
Blake and his team — including his two sons, who work as technicians — know what it’s like to be on call, to show up when things break, and to restore some calm to a chaotic day. That parallel between critical healthcare and critical home comfort struck a chord with them, and the idea was born: create a float that honors local heroes, celebrates community, and highlights the everyday work Appliance E.M.T. does behind the scenes.
Built with the Same Hands That Fix Your Dryer
Constructed in their own garage with wood, spare parts, and a whole lot of late-night teamwork, the helicopter float came together piece by piece — just like the appliances they repair. The rotor blades spun (safely, of course), the emergency lights flashed, and the bright red-and-white paint mirrored the real thing. They even used reflective red decals.
Kids pointed, parents smiled, and locals who knew the appliance repair company laughed and clapped as the float rolled by during the annual Pleasant View Founders’ Day and North Ogden Cherry Days summer parades.
“It felt good to bring joy, to show people we care not just about their appliances, but about their lives,” Blake said. “We’re part of this place — these are our neighbors, our friends, our customers.”
More Than an Appliance Repair Company
Family-owned and operated Appliance E.M.T. has been a fixture in Northern Utah’s Weber and Davis counties for a quarter of a century, known for their honest work, fast service, and family-first approach. Whether it’s a fridge on the fritz or a washing machine that won’t spin, they bring the same level of care and commitment to every home they enter.
But building a helicopter for a parade? That takes community spirit to another level.
Appliance E.M.T. wouldn’t be what it is today without the support of the community, and Blake and his team were excited to give back to their friends and neighbors.
Blake emphasizes, “We did it because we live here. And being part of the community means celebrating it, too.”
Looking Ahead
If you ask anyone who saw the float, they’ll tell you the same thing: it was unforgettable. But more than that, it was a reminder that small businesses are often the heartbeat of local life. They’re the ones who volunteer, sponsor little league teams, donate to school fundraisers — and sometimes, they build helicopters just to say, Thank you.
So next time your oven acts up or your fridge won’t cool, you might just call the folks from the local appliance repair company who once built a Life Flight float…and still made it to their service calls the next day.
Because around here, fixing things is just part of the story. It’s the heart behind it that really matters.
Appliance E.M.T. is a family-owned appliance repair company that proudly serves Weber, Davis, and surrounding counties in Northern Utah. From same-day repairs to parade floats, they’re here for your home—and your community.
Contact Appliance E.M.T. today to schedule a repair service and get your home back on track.
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