Choosing An Energy Efficient Dishwasher

Saving money by using energy-efficient appliances is simple. All a homeowner has to do is make a wise purchasing decision of choosing appliance installation services and then you can sit back and enjoy the savings for years to come.

In the case of your dishwasher, the largest cost of operation is the cost of the electricity used to heat the water that will be used during the washing process.  

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It might surprise you to know that if you have a large family or if you wash dishes often during the course of the day, you might actually save money by using an efficient dishwasher rather than washing them by hand. However, for many people, the question isn't whether or not to hand wash your dishes, but which dishwasher to purchase.

So when looking for our next dishwasher, we need to be looking for a model, make sure to choose one with a great EnergyGuide rating, selectable cycle settings, and a booster heater.

The standard for appliances is the EnergyGuide ratings established by the Department of Energy. This is the tool that consumers can use in determining which unit is the most efficient in its use of energy. These ratings are attached to the units in the store and are pretty easy to read.

But this number alone is not enough for a consumer to make his purchasing decision. Beyond that, the actual usage is equally important. The two main categories of dishwashers are compact and standard. While compact models tend to be labeled as the more energy-efficient models, they will hold fewer dishes meaning you may have to use it more often than a standard-capacity dishwasher.