Who doesn't like free money? KPUD has mailed hundreds of checks to its customers. Of course as the saying goes, there is no free lunch. You must provide a receipt for your recently purchased water efficient washing machine in order to get a rebate check.
What is an efficient washer?
An efficient washer can cut water use in half. Old style washers can use up to 50 gallons a wash. Efficient washers also cut energy costs because they use less hot water and tend to get a lot of water out of the clothes before they go in the dryer.
How can you find out if your washer qualifies?
Qualifying washers must meet the minimum criteria for both Modified Energy Factor MEF and
Water Factor WF to qualify. MEF is the cubic fee of laundry to be washed and dried per KWh.
WF is the number of gallons of water needed to wash each cubic feet of laundry.
OK, what is the amount on the check?
If you are a KPUD customer you could get a check for up to $50 from KPUD. The rebate amount depends on the rate of efficiency of the washer. To get the full amount your washer must have a MEF of 2.46 or above and a WF of 4 or less. You could get a $25 or $35 for lesser efficiency rates. Check the list published on the KPUD website to see how washers compare at www.kpud.org.
Is that all I get?
The Cash for Appliances Washington program is also offering a $150 rebate for washers that are energy efficient. Check out their website at www.cashforapplianceswa.com. Combine the two and you could receive a total $200 rebate.
How much will I pay for one of these washers?
Efficient washers do costs more. Probably around $700-$800. The reduction in water and energy costs will defray the extra cost up front.
Question for you.
Are these rebates an incentive for you to buy an efficient washer or would you consider the rebates a welcome reward for a purchase you would make anyway? Vote now!
Make a wise purchase and get FREE money!
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