Laundry is an essential day-to-day chore, especially for those who have little ones at home.
However, each load can quickly add up and contribute towards a hefty electricity bill which can feel frustrating as it's hardly a task that can be avoided or put off.
Thankfully, experts have shared some small changes that can chip away at your bills without having to cut back, including the time at which you put a wash on, reports the Express.
Les Roberts, content manager at Bionic, explained: "One way to cut down on costs when using a washing machine is to check the efficiency of your device.
"The energy rating should be printed on the energy label of your washing machine device and will be ranked from G-A with A being the most efficient model.
"The more efficient models cut the KwH used per cycle significantly, so running costs will be much lower.
"Generally speaking, older machines tend to be less energy efficient, so it might be worth upgrading if you've had your washer for more than 10 years."
Depending on the tariff that you are on, you may be able to pay less when using energy outside of peak hours. Les said these off-peak times tend to fall between 10pm-8pm.
Les states that there could be savings of up to 50 percent for those cutting down consumption while on a 'time of use' tariff.
The pro added: “Costs can sometimes be 50 percent lower during these hours so it can definitely be worth doing your load overnight and taking advantage of these off peak prices.”
David Palmer, LG’s Senior Product Specialist of Home Appliances, added some further advice about saving on your washes.
He said: "Washing machines are more energy efficient when performing at lower temperatures for longer durations.
"The temperature you choose to wash your clothes at has an impact on your energy usage. If you choose to wash at 20C or lower, you can minimise the amount of energy your washing machine consumes."
This should ideally be above 40C or even 60C to help kill off germs and remove mould, according to the expert.
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