While doing some research I came across some interesting facts that I thought you might like to know:
Did you know that bottom freezer refrigerators use approximately 16% less energy than a side-by-side refrigerator and a refrigerator with the freezer on top uses 13% less energy than a side-by-side refrigerator? Even though ice and water through the door helps keep you from opening the refrigerator/ freezer every time you need water or ice it also increases your refrigerators use by 14 to 20%.
Refrigerators with anti-sweat heaters consume 5% to 10% more energy. Look for a refrigerator with an “energy saver” switch that lets you turn down or turn off the heating coils when you don’t need them on.
When you hear that an appliance is “Energy Star rated,” that means that model is one of the most energy efficient that you can buy. North Itasca Electric offers Energy Star rebates to our customers, so if you purchase an Energy Star rated appliance stop in or call for a rebate form. You can reach me at 218-743-3132 or toll free at 877-284-2630 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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