Washer/Dryer ?'s

[ToyStory Fan]

We need to get a new washer and dryer (the owners of the house we are buying are taking their's with them). I have a few questions:

We have been looking very seriously at the GE Harmony washer and dryer units, anyone have experience with that particular GE line?

Also, I've thought about the Front-loader washers for the efficiency and quietness of operation, but DW is unconvinced (personally I just think she doesn't like the commercial (round glass door) look to it. Any experience with front-loading washers?

Finally, the existing hook-up in the new house is electric for the dryer, but there is natural gas in the house for the stove/range...is it worth it to pay the extra $50-100 for the dryer, and then the extra $300 for running the gas line to the laundry room for a gas dryer? Is it that much more enrgy efficient over electric?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Dan Murphy]

Front loader, we have Maytag Neptune, is great. Marie really likes it, much more efficient. We too have electric, never considered gas. Good luck.

 

[Bildmouse]

I have Whirlpool Senseon. It is one step below their front loader and I love it. A friend has the front loader and is very happy with it. In our area gas is cheaper than electric to run so that is what almost everyone has around here.