Due to the rising energy bills, many households are taking extra care with their spending at the moment. Large household appliances, such as washing machines, can use up a lot of energy which can have a big impact on bills if they are used often enough.
It has recently been revealed that it is most expensive to use the washing machine at peak times in the early evening, however, a seven-hour window has also been found where it is more cost-effective to put on a load of washing reports the Daily Record.
According to Deyan Dimitrov, laundry expert and CEO of Laundryheap, putting the washing machine on early in the morning could help you cut costs, depending on the type of tariff you are on. He said: "Depending on your energy tariff, demand for electricity can greatly impact your energy bill.
