Many people know that it's a good idea to read reviews before buying, especially in the ever-changing world of electronics. They help you understand the pros & cons of a particular item and give you an overall sense of what's available. The problem is figuring out which … [Read more...] about Don’t trust just any reviews; read these
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Go with an ENERGY STAR rated dishwasher and washing machine, and only run it when full
When buying a new dishwasher or washing machine, look for the ENERGY STAR rating. These will be more energy and water-efficient, saving money on water and electric bills. For dishwashers, skip pre-rinsing to save water and only run the dishwasher when it is full. For the washing … [Read more...] about Go with an ENERGY STAR rated dishwasher and washing machine, and only run it when full
Wash clothes in cold water to save $150/year
Washing clothes in cold water is a huge money saver. Almost 90% of the energy used to clean clothes goes towards heating the water. This is a simple tip to remember each time you do a load of laundry, and an immediate cost saver.The average American household does about 8 loads … [Read more...] about Wash clothes in cold water to save $150/year
Keep the fridge and freezer full to conserve energy
Did you know that the freezer functions best when it's close to full? This is true for both deep freezers and regular ones. If your freezer has a lot of empty space, it has to work harder to keep the food cold. As a goal, try to keep the freezer at least 2/3 full.So what if you … [Read more...] about Keep the fridge and freezer full to conserve energy
Don’t print your own photos
Typically we expect to pay more to have a professional do work for us, instead of doing it ourselves. We expect to pay for the convenience or for a better quality job. So when it comes to printing photos from your digital camera, you might be tempted to use your own printer … [Read more...] about Don’t print your own photos