Consumer Reports: Appliances that won't hike your utility bill
With energy prices rising, Consumer Reports' experts did the math and found which large appliances are worth your money without hiking up your utility bills. Consumer Reports (CR) has compiled a list of top energy-efficient appliances that will not increase utility bills. The report suggests that while shopping for a new appliance, checking the Energy Star and EnergyGuide labels is a good place to start. Consumer Reports' Deb Silber highlighted the importance of energy efficiency in choosing a refrigerator that runs 24/7, 365 days a year. In general, choosing a fridge with a top-freezer, like the recommended Frigidaire FFHT1425VV, can save on operating costs by choosing a bottom-freezing GE GDE21EYKFS, starting at $1,973, with an annual usage cost ranging from $34 to $105. Clothing dryers can save energy by using an efficient washing machine like the LG WM4000HWA, starting $945. However, heat pump dryers take longer to dry clothes, which may be a deal breaker for some households.
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The rising costs of electricity, natural gas and even water have many taking a closer look at their energy bills and scrutinizing appliances, wondering how much they really cost to run day in and day ... [2310 symbols]
