subject: Is It Economical To Have A Dishwasher In Your Home? [print this page] No doubt for many people the prospect of having a dishwasher in your home is something of a luxury, it certainly is a time saver and even creates a useful storage space for all of your dirty dishes that are waiting to be washed. However, as with any household appliance, dishwashers dont necessarily come cheap, even the cost of running a dishwasher can be significant. With the economic recession pushing people towards a more resourceful way of life, and environmental issues furthering the motivation for going green it seems that there has never been a better time to consider the just how energy efficient your household appliances are.
So, is it economical to have a dishwasher in your home? Well the answer to this question is not a simple yes or no, in fact it entirely depends on how you use your dishwasher and the dishwasher itself. This being said there are some factors that will be consistent across most models, and some studies do provide averages. The two main resources a dishwasher requires are water and electricity. First lets consider water consumption - studies have shown that when using a dishwasher at its most economical setting it only uses a little more than a sink full of water to wash a 12-piece dinner set. To wash this by hand you would probably require more water.
Whenever you are shopping for electrical appliances it is always a good idea to check out the eco-efficiency ratings that a product has, this is not only in the interest of saving the environment but also for saving you money. Trading standards will provide a grade from G to A++, and you should only really buy appliances that are rated A or higher. Also it is important to remember that these ratings only apply to a product when it is being used at its most economical setting, so supplementary research will be necessary. The Internet will provide a wealth of information that can help you to determine just how efficient a product really is.
The cost of running a dishwasher can vary from house to house, depending on the model of the dishwasher, how it is used, and the electricity provider, however on average the annual cost of running a dishwasher will generally fall somewhere between 22 and 72. Though this might not seem like much money after a few years it can quickly start to add up and soon enough it will reach the price of the dishwasher.
