annlaura Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 My fridge died overnight. :glare: So I'm looking at new fridges, and I'm wondering if the energy star rated ones really save a significant amount on the electric bill. Maybe this a stupid question. If so, please be gentle. The 2 fridges I'm looking at so far are 460 kilowatts/year vs 300. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forget-Me-Not Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 ^ Yeah, I didn't think you could buy appliances that WEREN'T energy star rated anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annlaura Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 Hmm. I suppose they are all rated, aren't they. Some just better than others. Is there a huge difference between 300-460? And I'm looking online, and the GE one says "yes" next to Energy Star compliant, and the Kenmore says "no". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoVanGogh Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 I didn't think you could buy appliances that WEREN'T energy star rated anymore. :iagree:Our fridge died last year. While researching/shopping for a new one, I was shocked at all of the horrible reviews. I had several sales people tell me that the newer models - in order to be more energy efficient - simply aren't as well made as older models. Even though I researched endlessly, I returned the first two within days because the quality was so terrible. I have been pleased with my Samsung, but haven't noticed any energy savings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmoira Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Hmm. I suppose they are all rated, aren't they. Some just better than others. Is there a huge difference between 300-460? The second uses half again the energy of the first. If you have flat-rate electricity, you can easily calculate the yearly savings at your current rate. Your electric company may even have online calculators. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 :bigear: We may need a new fridge soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2scouts Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 Yes, refrigerators use a lot of electricity because they run nonstop. Also, it's something you will keep for a long time. Get the best energy rating you can afford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annlaura Posted March 4, 2012 Author Share Posted March 4, 2012 Thanks everyone! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.