Our experienced team offers services for both residential and commercial properties. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we have the required knowledge and experience to get your appliances repaired quickly and affordably.
1224 Co Rd 307
Durango, CO 81303
Regular Hours :
M-F 8:30am to 5:00pm
For more energy-saving solutions, contact our team."
In today's fast-paced world, home appliances are the backbone of daily convenience, from refrigerators keeping our food fresh to washing machines ensuring our clothes are clean. However, these essential devices can also be significant energy consumers if not used efficiently. At Advanced Appliance Repair, we believe in empowering our community with knowledge to make smarter, more energy-efficient choices. Here are some energy-saving tips for your home appliances that can help reduce your bills and contribute to a more sustainable planet.
Refrigerators and Freezers
- Set the Right Temperature: Keep your refrigerator at 35-38 degrees Fahrenheit and your freezer at 0 degrees Fahrenheit. This ensures food safety while avoiding excessive energy use.
- Keep it Full: A full refrigerator retains cold better than an empty one. Use water bottles or other containers to fill empty spaces, reducing the amount of air that needs to be cooled.
- Regular Maintenance: Clean the condenser coils at least once a year to ensure efficient operation.
Dishwashers
- Load Efficiently: Make sure your dishwasher is fully loaded before running it, but don't overcrowd it. This optimizes water and energy usage per cycle.
- Skip the Heat Dry: Use the air-dry option instead of heat dry. If your dishwasher doesn't have this feature, open the door slightly after the final rinse cycle to air dry.
- Use Eco Mode: If your dishwasher has an eco or energy-saving mode, use it. This reduces water and energy consumption.
Washing Machines and Dryers
- Wash with Cold Water: Up to 90% of the energy used by washing machines goes to heating water. Washing clothes in cold water is usually just as effective and much more energy-efficient.
- Full Loads: Run your washer and dryer with full loads. For the dryer, this reduces the number of cycles you need to run; for the washer, it maximizes efficiency per load.
- Clean the Lint Filter: After every dryer cycle, clean out the lint filter. A clean filter improves airflow and efficiency, reducing drying time.
Ovens and Stovetops
- Keep the Oven Door Closed: Every time you open the oven door, the temperature can drop by up to 25 degrees Fahrenheit, making your oven work harder to maintain the temperature.
- Use the Right Size Burner: Match pots and pans to the burner size. Using a small pot on a large burner wastes energy.
- Turn Off Early: Turn off electric ovens a few minutes before the end of cooking time. The residual heat will finish the job without using extra electricity.
General Tips
- Unplug Appliances: Even when they're turned off, appliances can draw power. Unplug appliances when they're not in use.
- Regular Check-Ups: Have your appliances checked and maintained regularly by professionals to ensure they are running as efficiently as possible.
Implementing these energy-saving measures can lead to noticeable reductions in your energy bills and help extend the life of your appliances. Every small change contributes to a larger impact on our environment by reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
For more energy-saving solutions or if you're unsure how to maintain your appliances for optimum efficiency, don't hesitate to contact our team at Advanced Appliance Repair. We're here to help you make the most of your appliances, ensuring they serve you well while keeping energy consumption to a minimum.
