http://www.viewpoints.com/aboutme/macgant Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:16:29 GMT Reviews by macgant http://www.viewpoints.com/Whirlpool-Duet-Washer-Dryer-review-962e1 <p>Got such a great deal on the Machine  through Sears specials  paying less than $600(including the extended warrenty) we could not pass it up  and with the no interest for a year agreement it ends up costing less, after-all than the gas of driving to the laundry matt and plugging the machines.</p><p>We purchased the machine in May of 2008 and have had no regrets.   </p><p>The clothing is coming out clean, even my husband's grungy factory work duds. The water usage is minimal and the  noise factor is not bad at all - even when using the high spin.   We have cement floors and have not yet purchased the pedestal.</p><p> The clothing is damp when the cycle is done  so electricity is saved on dryer time as well.  I usually just hang the clothing to dry.</p><p>The gasket serves as an effective lint and small items trap (pocket change that did not get emptied etc)</p><p>We are still using the same container of detergent that we purchased back in May,  which makes the higher price of detergent a bit easier to excuse.  ...</p>... Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:16:29 GMT http://www.viewpoints.com/Whirlpool-Duet-Washer-Dryer-review-962e1 macgant 5