5 Energy-Saving Laundry Tips to Reduce Your Electric Bill

Let's be honest – nobody looks forward to spending their weekend doing laundry. What’s even worse is spending more money than necessary while doing it. Below are five ways you can clean up on energy savings while doing laundry: 

1. Wash in Cold Water: Water heating makes up 90% of the energy used to wash your clothes. Washing in cold water can cut your costs while making your clothes just as clean.
2. Check the Dryer Lint: Do you clean the lint filter after each drying cycle? Cleaning the lint filter boosts air flow, helping your clothes dry faster and more efficiently. It’s also a key safety step.
3. Dry Right-Sized Loads: Overcrowding your dryer can result in clothes taking longer to dry.  Smaller loads result in increased energy consumption per item. Try to strike a balance for maximum efficiency.  
4. Use High-Speed or Extended Spin Cycles in the Washer: These settings help get rid of extra moisture from your clothes. This cuts down drying time and reduces wear from the dryer's heat.
5. Upgrade to Energy-Saving Appliances: Energy-efficient clothes washers use about 25% less energy and 40% less water than conventional models. Energy-efficient electric clothes dryers use 20% less energy than conventional models. You can get rebates from Efficiency Smart on the purchase of qualifying clothes washers and electric clothes dryers to save even more.

Looking for more ways to save? Try Efficiency Smart’s resources page for more tips and guides to help you save energy. Or call our customer support team at 877-889-3777 for customized tips for your home.