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Optimize the use of your washing machine: hours to avoid to save money

Gudrun Howell · May 24, 2023 ·


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What is the cost of running a washing machine? When should you not run your washing machine? What are the off-peak hours to make a washing machine? What is the point of washing your clothes during off-peak hours? Other tips to save money by using the washing machine?

Otherwise, the washing machine is a large appliance that consumes a lot of electricity! But did you know that there are times of the day that cost you more than others? We explain all this below so that you no longer ruin yourself by doing your laundry!

Washing machine

What is the cost of running a washing machine?

If you want to reduce the amount of your energy bill, you must first understand how it works and at what time is it better to do your laundry to save money! Here’s what you need to know first:

By taking out an electricity contract, you have the choice between the basic rate (price per kWh of electricity you pay is always fixed and depends on the power chosen), or the peak hours/off-peak tariff (price per kWh of electricity varies according to the hours of the day or night).

Electricity bill

When should you not run your washing machine?

Yes, there are times when the washing machine costs more! And apparently, there is even a time of day that can be expensive using our machine! It’s unthinkable, you might say! But it’s true!

According to Consoglobe, It is important to avoid starting the washing machine between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. 6 p.m. is a time when the French return home and go about their business such as making the machine, showering, running the dishwasher … It is a schedule that records a high demand.

What are the off-peak hours to make a washing machine?

If you have taken out an HPHC (peak/off-peak subscription), you usually have a total of eight off-peak hours divided differently depending on your municipality and the type of electricity meter you are equipped with.

The off-peak hours can therefore be as follows, as relayed by the Happ-e by Engie website:

  • From 10pm to 6am;
  • From 11:30 pm and 7:30 am

In addition, in some municipalities, the network operator ENEDIS divides off-peak hours into time slots:

  • Between 1 a.m. and 7 a.m.
  • Between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

To find out your off-peak hours, you can contact your electricity supplier or consult an old bill! Once you know them, run your washing machine at those times!

What is the point of washing your clothes during off-peak hours?

If you have followed everything well, you will have understood that if your electricity contract is HC option, you pay your bill cheaper by consuming energy during off-peak hours! So if you shift the use of your electrical appliances (water heater, dishwasher, washing machine, etc.) to an off-peak time slot. This will allow you to significantly reduce your electricity bill!

Only downside: The price of this subscription remains unfortunately higher than the basic option.

Other tips to save money by using the washing machine?

If we use long programs and high temperatures, our washing machine tower will obviously cost us more. This is also the case if the machine is used frequently to wash the whole family’s belongings!

Washing machine running

So apart from setting your machine for a start during off-peak hours, here are simple gestures to follow on a daily basis:

  • Do not make your machines during rush hours, or during peak hours!
  • Opt for low-temperature washing cycles;
  • Maintain your device;
  • Choose the “Eco” program as soon as you can;
  • Do not run your machine if it is not fully full.

That’s it, you know everything about the consumption of the washing machine and the hours during which it should or should not be used! Take into account your type of subscription with your electricity supplier! Hoping that this article has served you to lighten your expenses! See you soon for new tips!

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