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04/23/2012
The warm weather is here and many consumers are looking to make home improvements while sticking to a budget. BBB advises consumers to balance cost effectiveness with energy efficiency, as more efficient windows, doors and skylights can make a big difference in energy consumption over time.
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10/30/2009
The federal government recently announced the creation of a similar rebate program for consumers looking to purchase new energy-efficient appliances. BBB offers the following guidance to consumers who might be interested in taking advantage of the program.
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10/01/2000
Since 1980, manufacturers of certain appliances have been required to attach EnergyGuide labels to their appliances to give consumers important information about the energy use of the appliance. The labels must be hung on the inside of the appliance or secured to the outside. They are designed to help shoppers choose appliances that use less gas or electricity, cost less to operate and help protect the environment.
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10/01/2000
If you sell home appliances online, you may be required to observe the disclosure requirements of the Federal Trade Commission's Appliance Labeling Rule. The Rule requires manufacturers of certain appliances to affix yellow-and-black EnergyGuide labels to these appliances. It also requires appliance retailers to leave the labels in place.
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06/01/2000
You go shopping for a new refrigerator, and you're on a budget. The best buy is the 'fridge with the lowest sales price, right? Not necessarily. If you buy the lowest-priced refrigerator, you may end up spending more than if you buy a more expensive one. The reason? The cost of owning a home appliance has three components: the initial purchase price, the cost of repairs and maintenance, and the cost to operate it.
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