Appliances

Even though appliances are not in use, they still use a small amount of electricity, just by being plugged in. When you consider all the appliances and electric devices plugged in throughout the home, the electricity really adds up. Standby (or "vampire") power accounts for 5% of … [Read more...] about Unplug your appliances

Traditional tank water heaters are so expensive because they are designed to keep a large tank of water constantly heated. Using that energy 24 hours a day is expensive. With tankless water heaters, the units heat water on demand. According to Energy Star, a tankless water heater … [Read more...] about Save $100+ per year with tankless water heaters

Measure the space in your home, to make sure a new appliance will fit. If it doesn’t, you will either have to pay to remodel part of your home to fit the new appliance, or pay the restocking fee a store will charge if you make an exchange.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Make sure it fits

Solar powered water heaters might seem like a big purchase at first, but statistics show they can pay for themselves in just a couple of years through energy savings, especially with any tax credits you might find. They are great for the environment too.A LOZO expert posted this … [Read more...] about Go solar with your water

If your old appliance still works, donate it to a charity like Goodwill or the Salvation Army, and get a tax deduction. Or, if the appliance no longer works, see if you can sell any parts, like copper wiring, to the local scrap yard.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Donate your old appliance for a tax deduction