High-efficiency clothes washers:

• use up to 50% less water and energy
• are gentle on clothes since they are tumbled rather than agitated
• use 2/3 less detergent
• rinse detergent out more thoroughly
• can wash large and bulky items like quilts, pillows and sleeping bags
• extend the life of clothes because there is no agitator

How Much Money Can I Save?

High-efficiency washing machines cost more to purchase, but less to operate. Typical consumers save $50 - $90 a year for electricity, water and wastewater charges.

The cost difference can be recovered in just three years.