Appliances
Clean up by purchasing a
high-efficiency washer
My 20-year-old washing machine is finally giving out and it’s time to
buy a new one. What are some factors to consider if I want to save
energy?
Stop wasting power when electronics
are off
My roommate unplugs our TV when she leaves the house to save
electricity. I say it can’t use enough to justify the hassle. Who is
right?
Suppressors protect
electronics
I recently bought a new sound system and the salesman insisted I buy a
surge suppressor. Why do I need that?
Rebates add up to
more savings on new appliances
I read that the state is offering an appliance rebate program. What
does it offer and what appliances are covered?
Get cash back on new
fridge and credit for recycling the old
My refrigerator is on its last legs. We’d like to get a fancy
side-by-side model, but worry that it will use a lot more
electricity.
LED LCD TVs save
energy, but are costly
I planned on buying an LCD TV this year, but now I’m hearing about LED
TVs. What are they and should I be considering an LED model
instead?
Energy Star refrigerators offer
savings
I’m wondering how much electricity my old refrigerator uses and how
much I’d save if I replace it?
Saving energy tricky
with flat-screens
I want to buy a flat-screen television for the family. Am I going to
see a big jump in my electric bill?
New washers save
energy, water, clothes
I've had my clothes washer for about 15 years. It still works, but my
guess is it won't last forever and there are probably more efficient
models available today, right?
Modern electronics
can save on energy bills
Given the number of electronics we own, wouldn't we save energy if they
were made more efficient?
Efficient appliances worth cost
What should I look for when purchasing new kitchen appliances?
Energy
ratings for flat screens more accurate
I’m in the market for a large, flat-screen television. Given their
size, should I be concerned about using more energy, and does one type
use less energy than another?
Putting old
freezer on ice can help save money
My freezer is at least 20 years old. I use it quite a bit but I suspect
I could save on my electric bill with a new one. Plus, after 20 years,
mine could quit at any time. Do you have any advice?
Are new steam washers just hot
air?
You recently wrote about clothes washers, but didn’t mention the
new steam washers and dryers. Are they an improvement over regular
washers and dryers? I’m especially interested in the dryer, as I
dislike ironing.
New
refrigerators can save on energy costs
I have a 15-year-old refrigerator and think that it’s probably about
time to replace it. What should I look for when shopping for a new
fridge?
'Energy
Star' label on appliances worth the extra cost
Are Energy Star appliances worth the extra money? My washer and dryer
are 19 years old, and I’m thinking of replacing them.
New fridges
efficient; utility offers rebate, recycling
Before I buy my new fridge, how much will it cost to recycle the old
one? I thought I could just haul it away.
Energy-efficient steps can put
cash in pocket
When I did my taxes I learned that I could get a tax credit on the
furnace I bought in 2007. Does the utility have any incentives for that
type of thing?
Remodeling
offers chance to upgrade appliances
We are planning to remodel our kitchen this spring, but I'd like to buy
appliances now during the white sales. Do you have any
recommendations?
TV's
appetite for power is hard to tell
I’ve read that there are some big changes coming to television soon and
I’m considering buying a new-technology TV. One of the things I’ve
heard is that some of the new TV sets use much more electricity than
others. Is this true?
