sign in • sign up
web   discussions   tasks   blogs   photos

My washing maching maching and dryer is trying to get ahold of me.  email this discussion to a friend?

myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money 4 years ago

I got an email from PG&E they are my Electric and Gas company, today which said, It's your washer and dryer. We've been trying to reach out to you for days now, but we never seem to connect.
My question is I have been doing laundry all day why didn't they talk to me when I was out in the garage earlier today? Why did they have to send an email to me when they had face time with me all day? Heehee

I have never gotten a message from my washing machine or dryer except when the dryer beeps when the clothes are dry.
here is the link message from my washer and dryer: http://www.wintergassavin...
The message is a washing machine and dryer is telling me how to save energy when doing laundry.
Then I clicked on another link and got the tips for saving energy for this winter. I have copied and pasted the tips. I hope they can help some of you keep warm.

Tips for the Home

Heating:

1. In the winter, reverse your ceiling fan motor so that the blades drive the warm air back down around the edges of the room.

2. Close drapes, blinds and shades at night to help retain heat.

3. Keep your thermostat set at 68º F during the daytime and 55º F at night to stay comfortable and save gas or turn it off if you’re away for more than four hours.

4. In the winter, open your window coverings on sunny days to help warm the rooms.

Water heater:

5. Lower your water heater temp to 120ºF or “low” (140º F or “medium” if you have a dishwasher without its own heating element).

6. Insulate your water heater with an insulation jacket or blanket to reduce standby heat loss by 25-40%.

Laundry:

7. Wash clothes in cold water. About 90% of the energy use in a clothes washer goes to water heating.

8. Make sure your dryer's outside vent is clear and clean the lint filter after every load.

Kitchen:

9. Use the broiler when possible. The broiler uses less energy, and preheating is not required.

10. Microwave small amounts of food instead of heating them up in the oven to save big on gas use. Microwaves are about 66% more efficient than convection ovens.

11. To cut back, only run your dishwasher with full loads. As much as 80% of the energy used by your dishwasher goes towards heating the water.

Bathroom:

12. Install low-flow showerheads if you don’t already have them. Low-flow showerheads can save you an average of 10-16% on your water heating costs.

13. Conserve water. Showers account for 66% of your water heater costs. Cutting your shower time in half can reduce your heating costs by 33%.

Insulation:

14. Increase your home's efficiency by installing attic and wall insulation. You'll save up to up to 25% on your winter heating costs.

15. Have a contractor check your central heating/air for leaks. 20% of heated air can be lost through leaky ducts.

16. Create a “building envelope” around your basement, doors and windows. Add weather stripping around windows and doors to reduce drafts.

17. Check your plumbing, chimney, fireplace damper, attic, recessed lights and fans, electrical outlets, windows, doors, and baseboard moldings for air leaks. Use caulking to reduce air leaks.






“PG&E” refers to Pacific Gas and Electric Company, a subsidiary of PG&E Corporation. © 2009 Pacific Gas and Electric Company. All rights reserved.

 

saving money
sponsors
#1 Agriculture Stock BION
Why Smart Investors Consider Agriculture "The Next Bull Cycle" -> BION
www.BioNitrogen.com/Invest_Today

Best Dishwasher Overall
Our experts have done the research so you don't have to!
www.Bestcovery.com

gas
Find A Car In Your Area. View New& Used Local Listings Now!
AutoTrader.com

User has not selected a best response.
tags:  and gas, basement, blanket, blinds, dishwasher
 
1. myLot reputation of 95/100. riyasam (10958)   ranked 103 out of 230 in saving money   4 years ago

thanks for the informative post.we donot have a home heater.it doesnot get too cold here to require a heater and that tip about showering is quite useful.my kids love to be in bath for a long time,the low-flow showerheads sound useful.


myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

One thing I have found with low flow shower heads is a lot of them do not give you enough to water to wash your hair. I did buy a low flow one that works great I can rinse the soap out of my hair. In fact I bought one for my son and his girl friend and I bought one for my husband's bath room.
the last time my son and his girlfriend came to visit they both commented on my shower head that they liked it. So we are giving my son's girlfriend a baby shower and I got them a shower heard for a shower gift.
I already got the baby a used baby crib and a stroller so I wanted to do something different. Why not get them something they can use and I know they like. After she gets home from having a the baby she will appreciate a good shower.

#1 Agriculture Stock BION Why Smart Investors Consider Agriculture "The Next Bull Cycle" -> BION  www.BioNitrogen.com/Invest_Today
 
2. myLot reputation of 95/100. gabs8513 (23375)   ranked 58 out of 230 in saving money   4 years ago

Thanks for this Sweetie I am doing most of it but I can not turn anything of as I have what we call Storage Heaters, they charge at Night and throw the Heat out all Day
Hugs to you


myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

I have not heart of storage heaters before.
I hope you are starting to feel better my friend. I wish you where here with us for the shower tomorrow. WE are going to have such fun.


myLot reputation of 95/100. gabs8513 (23375)   ranked 58 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

I wish I was to but you can tell me all about it
I am a bit better so hoping that I am on the Mend
I love you big Hugs and have a good time today I will be with you in my Thoughts


myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

I pray the mend continues and you have a long healthy span. You have had your share of not feeling well.
the party went well. It was a lot of work but such a great day. I did love all the people here. I so so tired today.
Linda did such a great job with all.
Have a great day my friend. Hugs

Best Dishwasher Overall Our experts have done the research so you don't have to!  www.Bestcovery.com
 
3. myLot reputation of 74/100. MdImranHossain (262)   4 years ago

Thanks teapotmommommerced to share good infomation to us. I think it is very helpful information for who have washing machine and dryer. If we can follow this way can really save indicated energy amount. In country washing machine and dryer a rare used me also not using any of them. Thanks again for you nice discussion.


myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

How do you clean your clothes? Do you pay someone to do them or do you take them to a laundry mat or do you wash them by hand?


myLot reputation of 74/100. MdImranHossain (262)  4 years ago

Yeah I don't like it that someone else wash my cloths, I think someone else never care my cloths as myself. My mom like me very much for this because I like wash my cloths my own hands. Opps! paid laundries kill my cloths never go to them.


myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

Before I got sick and could not work I had a house keeper and should would do my laundry at times but other then that I have always done my own laundry but with a washing machine. I am lucky to have such a machine.


myLot reputation of 74/100. MdImranHossain (262)  4 years ago

You are quite right though I never used a washing machine but I heard about it and watched advertisement at television, it is very very helpful to them who have no person to help washing cloths.


myLot reputation of 99/100. teapotmommommerced (5730)   ranked 35 out of 230 in saving money  4 years ago

I use to know a woman who had a washing machine in her home but did not use it she would still go to the laundry mat. I did not understand that. She said it was so she would not wear out her machines. I do not know if that was the reason or not. I just do not think it is to sanitary to do laundry in the same washing machine as a lot of strangers you do not know what someone has put in there before you. If you do laundry at home you know what was put in your machine.

gas Find A Car In Your Area. View New & Used Local Listings Now!  AutoTrader.com
 
sponsors
Moisture Control Expert
Locally Owned, Free Inspection
BayAreaMoistureControl.com

Basement Remodel
Get The Lowest Quotes On A Basement Remodel. See Top Offers Today.
basementkey.com

Top Dishwasher up to -57%
Compare prices now and pay up to 57% less on top quality Dishwasher!
www.Dishwasher.news72.com

sponsors
Moisture Control Expert
Locally Owned, Free Inspection
BayAreaMoistureControl.com
Basement Remodel
Get The Lowest Quotes On A Basement Remodel. See Top Offers Today.
basementkey.com
Top Dishwasher up to -57%
Compare prices now and pay up to 57% less on top quality Dishwasher!
www.Dishwasher.news72.com
Blankets &Throws
Quality American Made Blankets, Coverlets and Throws
www.protensus.com
Top Basement Remodelers
Find Top-Rated Basement Pros in Your Area. Get 4 Free Bids Today!
www.ServiceMagic.com
Gas Prices
Looking For Gas Prices? Find it Nearby With Local.com!
Local.com
Window Coverings
Need Blinds? Search A Variety Of
yellowpages.com
return to mylot
We are loading a word from our sponsors. No thanks, cancel loading.