Nowadays, the washing machine and dishwasher are appliances without which it is difficult to imagine daily life. They are designed to save our time and money. However, in practice, we often find that they “devour” a lot of electricity, which affects our energy bills. Fortunately, there is a way to change this.
A washing machine is now a standard piece of equipment in almost every home and it is impossible to imagine daily functioning without it. The same is true of the dishwasher – although it is a newer invention, owners of this device unanimously recognize it as a one of the best investments.
Although these devices save a lot of time, they have one significant drawback. The issue is the high energy consumption, which is noticeably reflected in our bills. But with help comes a clever way that can help reduce these costs.
How much electricity does a washing machine use, and how much does a dishwasher use?
Wondering, What is the actual energy consumption of your washing machine? It is not so simple. Much depends on the energy class of the appliance – the higher the class, the lower the power consumption.
The power of most washing machines is in the range of 1000-1500 kWh, which translates into one wash consuming 0.7 to 1.5 kWh. This is assuming you are using the G11 tariff, designed for households, the monthly cost of using a washing machine is about 35 PLN. The issue is similar for a dishwasher.
Want to lower your bills? Change the tariff
Energy suppliers offer several tariff groups. The first is for households, the second for farms, and the third for businesses. Let’s focus on the former. The most popular tariff is G11, which costs PLN 0.90 per kWh. This is a fixed rate.
The second tariff, G12, is divided into. peak zone and off-peak zone. In the off-peak zone, appliances use cheaper energy, which is evident in the bills. The cheaper zone costs PLN 0.32 and the more expensive zone costs PLN 0.62 per kWh. The last tariff, G13, is variable, and the price per kWh depends on the season. From April to March, electricity is cheaper from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. While in the autumn-winter season, it is cheaper from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
When using the G12 or G13 tariff, it is a good idea to plan to use appliances during off-peak hours, especially when it comes to the washing machine and dishwasher. By running them during the aforementioned hours, you can save up to 50 percent on your bills. This is a great solution for people working from home or in shifts.
