As fuel costs continue to rise, many people are wondering how it will affect their everyday lives. One area that is likely to be impacted is the cost of appliances. Appliances use a lot of energy, and as fuel prices go up, so does the cost of running them. In this blog post, we will discuss five appliances that are most affected by rising fuel costs. We will also provide tips on how you can save money on your energy bill!

Heating and cooling costs are one of the largest expenses for many households, so it’s no surprise that rising fuel costs will have an impact on these appliances. If you live in a climate with drastic temperature changes, you may want to consider investing in a more energy-efficient model. You can also save money on your heating and cooling costs by making sure your home is properly insulated.

Electric water heater

Water heater costs are also likely to go up as fuel prices increase. If you have an electric water heater, you can save money by turning it down to the lowest setting that still provides enough hot water for your needs. You can also save money on your water heating costs by insulating your water heater and pipes.

Tumble Dryers

Another appliance that will be affected by rising fuel costs is your tumble dryer. Tumble dryers use a lot of power very quickly to get the heat up inside the drum. You can save money on your drying costs by hanging clothes to dry instead of using the dryer. You can also save money by using the lowest heat setting on your dryer.

Washing Machines

Your washer is another appliance that uses a lot of energy. If you have an electric washer, you can expect your costs to increase as the price of electricity goes up. You can save money on your washing costs by using cold water instead of hot water. You can also save money by only washing full loads of laundry.

Dishwashers

The final appliance we will discuss is your dishwasher. Dishwashers use a lot of water and energy, so they can be expensive to operate. You can save money on your dishwashing costs by only running the dishwasher when it is full. You can also save money by using the energy-saving setting on your dishwasher.

What's the cost to run?

Typically before the issues we see in the world today, electricity was on average 15p per kWh, this is now on average 28p. On average a washing machine was £27 per year to run, this will nearly double to £50 per year.

What about the energy consuming tumble dryer? 

Well tumble dryers vary from pre pandemic prices of £37 to £91 dependent on your energy class and size. These will push up to over £70 and £170.

What can you do? 

1. Get better appliances
   
   If your tumble dryer is old or an energy class that doesn't exist anymore, it's time to upgrade to a new one that will save or equal the amount of energy currently used.
    
2. Go traditional
   
   If the sun is out, hang your washing out...Can those clothes last another day (we realise how pongy that suggestion could be!)
   
3. Use less
   
   Easier said than done, especially with kids running around, but the less you use your appliances the cheaper it will be. Work out which appliances are more efficient at their jobs, don't fill a kettle with hot water from the boiler! 

In Summary

Rising fuel costs will have an impact on all of us, but there are ways to save money on your energy bill. By making a few small changes in the way you use appliances, you can make a big difference in your energy costs! What are some other ways you can think of to save money on your energy bill? Share your ideas on our social media platforms: Facebook

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Picture credit to Nicola Barts