Jan 09 2012 It can be 3 to 5 times than natural gas in some areas What that means is that youve got to use a lot less heat to save money with these electric space heaters If youre into sacrificing comfort and convenience this may work for you The ads I see however all show happy homeowners being comfortable than ever with these devices
Dec 03 2012 Clothes dryers are really quite basic Theres a big drum spun by an electric motor whereby heat is generated in one of two ways gas vs electricity Gas dryers tend to dry the clothes slightly faster but only by a few minutes So the question isnt which is efficient than the other because they are both about the same The question is operating costs
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How Gas and Electric Stoves Get Hot Gas stoves contain one of two types of ignition systems a pilot light or an electronic ignition system A pilot light is a constantly burning blue flame near the burner Because its always on a pilot light uses a lot gas than an electronic ignition system
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However because gas dryers are energy efficient that electric dryers it costs less to maintain a gas heated dryer Statistics show that for the same amount of time gas dryers can finish drying three loads of laundry in the time it takes an electric dryer to dry one
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Mar 31 2020 Since the efficiency of a dryer scales with its operating temperature manufacturers generally make 110 volt dryers smaller than 220 volt units However smaller dryers require drying cycles to dry the same amount of clothing and dryers cool off
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Gas clothing dryers work similarly to electric models but dry using natural gas An alternative to electric gas dryers are similar to other gas appliances and require both a natural gas line and electrical outlet
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Electric dryers do not require a dedicated gas line but most standard sized models require a 240 V outlet Alternatively some compact dryers are available for a 120 V outlet Heat Pump Dryers For even savings consider ENERGY STAR certified heat pump dryers they can save 20 60 percent than conventional clothes dryers
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Gas vs Electric Gas dryers generally cost initially to purchase than electric dryers That said the cost to dry a load is around double for an electric dryer than for a gas dryer
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Jun 24 2019 Whats theres an attachable dryer rack for tumble free drying of bulky or delicate items Your customers should know that gas dryers are 50100 expensive than electric models and an inexpensive conversion kit is required for propane units
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You might ask instead is a gas vs electric dryer cost efficient Gas costs less than electricity and gas dryers typically run hotter than electric dryers which means wash loads usually take less time to dry This can save on wear and tear on your clothes and also help reduce your utility bills However gas dryers usually cost upfront than electric dryers
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Jul 31 2017 There are a couple things to consider A gas dryer will cost 50 100 than its traditional electric counterpart Heat pump dryers run 200 300 than that Also consider the cost of hiring a plumber to disconnectreconnect the gas line on the dryer So gas is 200 300 than a traditional electric dryer with plumbers and initial costs
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ENERGY STAR Certified Most Efficient 2020 Clothes Dryers Products that make the ENERGY STAR Most Efficient list for 2020 deliver cutting edge energy efficiency along with the latest in technological innovation They represent the years very best for energy savings and environmental protection Learn all the information you need to start shopping including product details rebates and
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Oct 11 2018 And on a national average the figures for electric dryers are like three times the emissions Head over to Terrapass for the full detailed calculations of electric versus gas dryers
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Jul 31 2017 An electric dryer typically costs between 30 and 40 cents per load to dry Heat pump dryers claim a cost of roughly half that The cost of gas is roughly half of that as well 15 to 20 cents So the average family washing one load a day will save 72 80 per year or a payback of 3 4 years versus traditional electric
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Nov 14 2017 The truth about energy efficient clothes washers New models have become efficient by switching to the front load clothes washer using around 50 percent less water and 37 percent less energy
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The energy factor of electric dryers starts at 3 01 slightly higher than their gas counterparts but the difference is such that each load of laundry will cost about twice as much as a gas dryer would cost Electric dryer models cost a little less up front though and
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So if getting a lot of laundry done in a short amount of time is important to you than a gas dryer is the way to go So the typical family that does a couple loads of laundry per week will make up the up front costs of a gas dryer in a couple months by saving on their energy bill Remember while gas dryers are typically energy efficient than electric dryers it doesnt mean they are always the most cost
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Sep 29 2010 Even though both types require a steady stream of electricity gas models are slightly efficient According to the Consumer Energy Center the clothes dryer whichever type you have is the second most energy hungry appliance in the house only the refrigerator uses power
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Sep 09 2020 While the initial cost of an electric dryer is typically cheaper than a gas dryer the lower general operating costs of gas dryers can lead to savings over time If you dont have an existing natural gas source it might be better to go with an electric dryer
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On average a gas dryer will run approximately 100 than an electric dryer of the same style and quality When it comes to high end dryers however price differences between are less
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Gas dryers can be pricier upfront but even with the addition of a gas line and vent system maybe the efficient choice Gas prices are often lower than electricity and faster drying times may make a gas dryer the least expensive to operate over its lifetime
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The first step in picking an energy efficient clothes dryer is choosing between a gas or electric model If your home isnt already using natural gas its best to stick with an electric model If you are using natural gas a gas dryer is the better option Gas dryers cost upfront but have lower operating costs
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Jun 11 2008 Offsetting that to some extent is the fact that electric dryers are less expensive to purchase and perhaps less expensive to install especially if you are in a part of the country where gas is not routinely run to homes Speaking of efficiency only electric is efficient Electricity is converted to heat at 100
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Dec 16 2013 Gas dryers cost 50 100 on average than electric models This cost differential is predicated on the general idea that gas dryers cost less in the long term than electric models though this is not always the case Both gas and electric dryers have about equal efficiency performance Most efficiency factors depend on dryer features
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Jun 11 2008 1 decade ago Favorite Answer The cost per therm is almost always lower for gas so an electric dryer will cost to operate Offsetting that to some extent is the fact that electric dryers are
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A Final Thought on the Pros and Cons of Gas vs Electric Dryers Gas dryers are typically about 100 to 200 than a premium electric model If money is tight and you want to do laundry at home spending 300 for a fully function electric dryer compared to 500 for an entry level gas model is a significant difference
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