ENERGY STAR appliances – Efficient Abode

Is Your Old Dishwasher Costing You More to Run Than a New One Would Cost to Buy?

June 30, 2026 by Efficient Abode

Dishwashers more than 10 years old can use 3 to 4 times more water and energy per cycle than modern ENERGY STAR models. If you’re running yours daily, the math might surprise you: a new dishwasher could pay for itself in utility savings within 3 to 5 years.

Why Your Refrigerator Is One of Your Biggest Energy Offenders (And How to Fix It)

June 30, 2026 by Efficient Abode

Your refrigerator runs 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, making it one of the top energy consumers in your home. The good news is that a few simple adjustments and upgrades can cut its energy use by 20 to 50%, with some fixes costing nothing at all.