Making even small changes in how you use your appliances can drastically affect their power consumption, saving you money, and reducing their impact on the environment.
One great power-saving tip is to only wash full loads of either clothes in your washing machine, or dishes in your dishwasher. These appliances are designed around being efficient with a full load, and when you run a full load, it also means you’ll do so less often. Another tip when it comes to your washer is to wash using colder water. Most modern detergents are completely effective in unheated water, giving you the same result without having to heat up the water first, which can use a lot of power. You’ll only need to turn up the temperature when you want to disinfect your washing.
Of course, keeping your appliances clean should be something that goes without saying, but it can really affect their power consumption too! Blocked filters, seals, or bearings can cause the machine to work harder, and thereby consume much more power. So regular maintenance really does pay off, literally!