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For information on other types of dryers, check out our dryer buying guide and heat pump dryer explainer. Like their vented counterparts, condenser dryers rely on blowing hot air to get your clothes ...

I was concerned the fan would be noisy, but unlike a tumble dryer, it’s very quiet at ... Most come with timers and thermostats to choose lower temperatures for longer drying periods.

Additionally, if you're on the market for buying a new washing machine, this might be the ideal time to upgrade your dryer. But with so many different types available, it can be tricky to know ...

Smart thermostats are taking off in a big way. They're larger — and easier to read and use — than traditional thermostats, while also coming with a bunch of extra features. They're so useful ...

The best smart thermostats can make heating and cooling more convenient, and maybe save you money too. By allowing you to remotely control your home temperature, they can help reduce your energy ...

Christina is a freelance editor and contributor with Newsweek’s small business team. With a passion for small business optimization and strategy, Christina has successfully launched her own ...

But don't go turn up the thermostat as high as it can go just because the temperatures have started dropping so low they're hard to ignore. If you do that, you might end up facing higher monthly ...

It’s no secret that programmable thermostats are a great way to save money on your utility bills. But people often forget to program their thermostats, which means they’re missing out on the ...