6 Reasons You Should Buy Energy-Efficient Appliances

6 Reasons to Buy Energy-efficient Appliances | Diamond ApplianceIf you’re considering purchasing a new appliance in the near future, you should strongly consider going energy-efficient. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy created the Energy Star program. An Energy Star-labeled appliance has been evaluated and certified to save energy, money, and to protect the environment. Many companies, including Samsung, GE, and LG, as well as Whirlpool, offer Energy Star-certified appliances.

One of the biggest reasons people purchase energy-efficient appliances is long-term savings. Energy-efficient appliances could end up saving you 50% or more off your monthly gas/electric bill! But money savings isn’t the only benefit of energy-efficient appliances.

What is an energy-efficient appliance?

An energy-efficient appliance is a dishwasher, refrigerator, clothes dryer, washing machine, or other appliance that has been rated by the  EPA’s Energy Star program. The EPA is the Environmental Protection Agency, and the Energy Star program was created to help people save energy and money, while also protecting the environment.

So, how do energy-efficient appliances save you money?

The answer is two-fold. First, by using less energy, energy-efficient appliances cost less to operate. Second, they often last longer than their non-energy-efficient counterparts, so you’ll save money in the long run by not having to replace them as often.

In addition to saving you money, energy-efficient appliances also help protect the environment. By using less energy, they generate fewer greenhouse gases, which damage the environment.

If you’re in the market for a new refrigerator, washer, dryer, dishwasher, or any other appliance, you should seriously consider buying an energy-efficient model. Here are ten reasons why:

  1. Energy-efficient appliances use less energy than traditional models, which can save you money on your electric bill. This is because energy-efficient models have special features that help them use less energy, such as better insulation and more efficient compressors.
  2. Energy-efficient refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, and other appliances help reduce pollution and save natural resources. How do they do this? By using less energy, they generate fewer emissions of greenhouse gases and other pollutants.
  3. Many energy-efficient appliances come with tax rebates and incentives from state and local governments. This means that you could get money back for buying an energy-efficient appliance when you do your taxes next year!
  4. Energy-efficient dishwashers, washers, dryers, and refrigerators often have a longer lifespan than traditional appliances do. This means that you won’t have to replace your energy-efficient refrigerator as often, which saves you money in the long run.
  5. Energy-efficient appliances usually cost more to buy upfront but they pay for themselves in the long run through reduced energy costs. Most people save anywhere from 10% to more than 50% off their monthly bills, or even more when the appliance they’re replacing was older and energy-inefficient. These cost savings adds up quickly and you will recoup the cost of the appliance in no time.
  6. Because energy efficiency is a newer appliance feature, most energy-efficient appliances you buy will come with other innovative features too. Some of our favorite energy-efficient appliances come with “smart” features like WiFi connectivity, automatic settings, customization, and programmability.

Do your research before you buy an appliance and make sure to look for the Energy Star label. Buying energy-efficient appliances is good for your wallet, good for the environment, and can even help you get some money back! So what are you waiting for?

At Diamond Appliance of greater St. Louis and Kansas City, we help smart people like you make decisions about their appliances. We know appliances like the back of our hand and are here to help you decide whether energy-efficient appliances are right for you. If you need help, have questions, or are looking for an experienced repair person to work on your energy-efficient appliance, contact Diamond today. We offer repairs on out-of-warranty appliances and are the preferred in-warranty repair provider for major brands like Whirlpool. When your refrigerator, clothes washer, or dishwasher breaks down, there’s no time to waste. Put Diamond Appliance repair on speed dial today!

Learn more about our refrigerator repair, dishwasher repair, washer repair, and dryer repair services.