vs. Dishwasher
Hand-Washing
Are You Wasting Water, Time, and Money?
We’ve all walked into our kitchens, looked at the dishes stacked high in the sink, and asked, “Is it better to throw those in the dishwasher or wash them by hand?” The dishwasher would certainly save you some time, but many people believe that washing dishes by hand uses less water and electricity. In reality, however, washing your dishes by hand is one of the worst things you can do for both the planet and your wallet. Dishwashers use less water than washing by hand. A study conducted in Europe found that individuals who wash dishes by hand tend to use 27 gallons of water to clean just 12 place settings. Meanwhile, modern dishwashers only use 6 gallons of water, and Energy Star appliances use as little as 4 gallons during their wash cycle. The Environmental Protection Agency determined that using a dishwasher instead of washing by hand can save 5,000 gallons of water and $40 in utility costs a year.
properly clean your dishes by hand. Dishwashers heat water to around 145 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure your dishes are disinfected. Even if the water from your sink could get that hot, you wouldn’t want to stick your hand in it. Which brings us to the science experiment that is your kitchen sponge. Dr. Philip Tierno, a clinical professor in the microbiology and pathology departments at NYU Langone, determined that your kitchen sponge is the single dirtiest item in your house. Soap and water aren’t enough to sanitize your sponge, which is left damp next to your sink after each use. Have you ever noticed that stagnant sponge smell? That’s
bacteria growing. And when you wash your dishes by hand, you rub that bacteria all over your plates and silverware. Yum. If you have just a single plate or cup, you obviously don’t want to run them through the dishwasher alone; that would be incredibly wasteful. But the drawbacks of washing by hand are too great to ignore. The best option is to wait until your dishwasher is full, then start up the washing cycle. All your dishes will be clean and disinfected, and you’ll use less water in the process.
It’s not just about water! Unless you have incredibly thick dishwashing gloves, you can’t
James Kimball
As is the story with many people, James and his wife, Carlie, were searching for a new home as the result of a career change. As new parents, James and Carlie researched the requirements for opening a day care, and they soon learned that living in a subdivision would make it impossible. To pursue their dreams, they knew they would have to move. about their predicament. They wanted to move to a home with enough space to accommodate their new business, and they knew that subdivision homes were out of the question. After their first meeting, Josh was on the case. So James and Carlie reached out to Josh Connell and told him
“He’s a go-getter!” said James about Josh. “He’s an incredibly positive person, and he never once made us feel like we were
an inconvenience. We felt comfortable calling him to ask questions or just for favors. Josh was always available when we needed him.”
The process of finding a new home only took a couple of weeks, but at the beginning, the couple felt as though their search might never end. “We had to find a home that could accommodate running a day care,” says James. “However, the nicest and largest homes were located in subdivisions. When we did find an eligible home, it was often in disrepair. However, Carlie was online searching for homes and constantly sending them to Josh, who didn’t mind at all. Together, we found the perfect place.” “Although Carlie and I met Josh in a professional setting, we considered him to be a friend,” says James. “Even after we bought our home, he kept in touch. We invited him to our housewarming party, and he brought me a hose as a gift. It’s the nicest hose I’ve ever owned! And he brought my son an Easter basket last month. He is truly a great guy.”
Thank you, James and Carlie, for your praises. We hope you are loving your new home!
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