Appliance Efficiency Tips

Dryers

• Clean lint filter after every load
• Have Solid rigid Ducting installed instead of vinyl or flexible metal ducting
• For vents over 10 feet have a dryer vent boost installed
• Have a preventative maintenance done annually

Refrigerators

• Clean and vacuum condenser
• Replace water filter to help stop mineral buildup
• Have condenser flushed with nitrogen periodically

Washers

• Be sure to use correct detergent and correct amount, too much detergent can cause an excess of suds and flooding
• Only load unit with recommended capacity
• Have braided stainless steel fill hoses installed, bursting rubber fill hoses are one of the biggest claims against a homeowners insurance

Ranges

• Self clean oven as necessary to prevent build up of grease
• Have a preventative maintenance done annually

Dishwashers

• Be sure to rinse dishes before loading
• Always use a rinse aid
• Have a preventive maintenance done annually

Preventative Maintenance

Dryers

• Includes lubricating all mechanical parts, vacuuming lint from the cabinet, and vent to prevent fire and check temperatures

Refrigerators

• Includes cleaning the drain and flushing condenser with nitrogen, and testing temperatures to prevent stressful situations under a heat wave in the summer

Washers

• Includes lubricating all mechanical parts, checking all the hoses for leaks and locking and leveling the machine to stabilize it and prevent movement

Ranges

• Preventative maintenance includes calibrating oven to optimize cooking

Dishwashers

• Includes lubricating all mechanical parts, checking door springs, and cleaning the sump area out free of any food particles or pieces of broken dishes