How to Create an Energy Efficient Laundry Room

The laundry room: one of the most overlooked rooms in the house is also one of the most important when it comes to your bank account. In fact, your washer and dryer are two of the most expensive – and most used – appliances in your home. Money Crashers claims that the average American family goes through 400 loads of laundry each year – that’s “more than one load every single day.” Failing to create an energy efficient laundry room will only result in costly utility bills and wasted energy. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to create an energy efficient laundry room – one that will save you from spending thousands of dollars on electricity, detergent and water. Here are our 7 tips for improving your new laundry room after you move.

Purchase an Energy Star certified washer and dryer

Avoid washing clothes in hot water

Invest in a good drying rack

Combine loads when possible

Keep up with washer and dryer maintenance

Purchase high efficiency laundry detergent

Focus on ways to dry clothing more efficiently

Other tips for saving on utility bills

There are plenty of other ways to save money on utility bills besides improving your laundry efficiency. The U.S. Department of Energy recommends doing these 10 things to save on energy costs: install smart thermostats, air dry dishes, turn lights off when not in use, lower the thermostat on your water heater, take shorter showers, make sure windows and doors are closed when the HVAC is running, and use Energy Star-certified products for all household appliances. For more information on average utility bill costs and ways to save, check here.

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