What are some things I’ll need to consider before replacing my washing machine with an Energy Star high-efficiency model?
Finding an Energy Star-Qualified High-Efficiency Washing Machine JCSA does not rebate incorrectly-labeled appliances, so please bring a current list from the Energy Star clothes washers webpage to help you do your shopping. If you would like the list mailed to you, please contact JCSA at 253-6859 or bewatersmart@james-city.va.us. Cost Prices range from about $500 to $1,600 before rebate, several hundred dollars more than a traditional washing machine with comparable features, but a typical household will save on water and electricity bills and detergent costs. The U.S. Department of Energy reports that inefficient clothes washers can cost three times as much to operate than energy-efficient ones. What to Do with Your Old Washing Machine Several local charities accept operational used washing machines. Some provide free pick-up. Donation helps job training and self-sufficiency programs for people with disabilities and families in need. If your washing machine is broken, some appliance d
