Energy-saving tips to save money in kitchen as households prepare for bill rise
05.09.2022 - 16:37
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A consumer group has provided some money and energy-saving tips after issuing a warning that households will soon face skyrocketing bills this winter.
It comes after Ofgem announced that the energy price cap will be raised from £1,971 to £3,549, increasing bills by 80 per cent from October. Consumer group Which? has provided a number of helpful tips which could help households better cope with rising costs.
Emily Seymour, Which? energy editor, said: “Huge energy bill hikes are a cause of real concern for millions of households across the country, especially when many are already feeling the pressures of the cost-of-living crisis.”
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Here's a breakdown of what small changes you can make around the house to save energy and money.
Waiting to fully fill your washing machine, rather than doing it in small intervals could save usage by 38 per cent on a 40C wash while a 20C wash will use 62 per cent less energy.
According to Which? calculations, the average cost of a heat pump tumble dryer will increase from £56 to £104 a year, while condenser tumble dryers will jump from £140 to £260 a year from October. An easy way of saving money drying clothes is using a clothesline.
However, it's important to keep an eye out for damp and mould which can happen due to lack of ventilation.
The average annual running cost for a full-size dishwasher will rise from £83 to £153, and for a slimline model it will cost £136, up from £73. It's important to ensure that your dishwasher is not under or overfilled while also opting for the eco-setting.
To ensure your fridge freezer runs as efficiently as possible, try cleaning the