Your refrigerator, washer, dryer and dishwasher are among the biggest energy users in your home. A few simple habits — cleaning coils, washing in cold, running full loads, and keeping vents clear — can noticeably cut your power bill without buying anything new.
Ten quick wins
- Clean the fridge coils twice a year so it runs efficiently
- Set the fridge to 37°F and freezer to 0°F — colder just wastes power
- Wash clothes in cold water when you can
- Run full (not overloaded) washer and dishwasher loads
- Clean the dryer lint screen every load and the vent yearly
- Use the dishwasher’s eco or air-dry setting
- Keep door seals tight on the fridge and oven
- Don’t open the oven door repeatedly while baking
- Let hot food cool before refrigerating
- Unplug a rarely used second fridge in the garage
The biggest offender
An old or poorly maintained refrigerator runs 24/7 and can quietly cost the most. Dirty coils and weak door seals force it to run constantly. Ten minutes of maintenance often pays for itself on your next bill.
When efficiency means repair
If an appliance suddenly uses more power — a fridge running nonstop, a dryer taking two cycles — a failing part is usually the cause. Fixing it restores both performance and efficiency.
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