Refrigerators And Freezers
BuyingRefrigerators are now an accepted part of Canadian life, and freezers are steadily growing in popularity. They are both large consumers of energy, so it really pays to shop around when you're buying a new model.
• Frost-free feature. The first shopping decision you'll have to make is between a standard and a **frost-free" model. If you take the frost-free unit, you'll pay more when you buy it and up to 50 per cent more for the electrical energy to run it. Example: A standard 12 cubic-foot model that consumes 850 kilowatts a year adds about $20 to your electrical bill. A similar frost-free model could use about 1,200 kilowatts and cost $28. The same holds true for freezers, with the frost-free model using a good deal more energy.
• Adequate insulation. Before you buy any model, check the quality of insulation. In a cheaper unit that is poorly built, the compressor will run more often and consume more energy to keep the cold level you want. This will tend to reduce the life of the motor so that within a few years you'll either have to replace the motor or the entire unit. Your initial saving on a cheaper model can be swallowed up in higher energy costs and shorter life.
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May 20, 2012