Use the washing machine at low temperature
A very important factor is that the washing machine can consume up to 90% of electricity per heat the water. This means that if you use programs with low temperatures you will be able to save a lot. We are talking about a large consumption appliance, so simply by lowering the total consumption somewhat, we can notice savings.
You can even put the washing machine at 60 or 90 degrees. Logically, not all garments support it and it is something with which you must be careful. But if we are strictly focused on saving, you should definitely avoid those programs. In fact, you should use programs at 30 degrees at most.
If you want to go further and save even more, the ideal would be to wash with cold water. According to the OCU, beyond saving energy it will also serve to extend the useful life of the washing machine. After all, using programs with high temperatures means that the machine will have to work at full capacity, wearing its parts more. It is the same as if we squeeze the maximum out of a car engine, saving the distances.
Therefore, whenever possible we recommend that you use the low temperature washing machine. The ideal is to wash with cold water, but in any case do it at 30 degrees and forget about programs of 60 degrees or more. Those are the ones that will have a much higher consumption, since the water will have to be heated a lot.
Maintenance, eco program and good use
But beyond the temperature at which you put the washing machine, you must also take into account other factors that will help save in the short term on the electricity bill, but also in the long term. One of them is the maintenance. It is important that your appliance is in perfect condition, cared for and carrying out regular cleaning so that it does not deteriorate.
You should also use the echo programs that washing machines usually bring. This will make you consume less. They are short programs, ideal for saving both water and light. Although it will depend on each case and you will not always be able to use it, you should take it into account when possible.
On the other hand, generally make a good use of the washing machine it will help you save. For example, do not put it if it is not full. The ideal is to fill it as much as possible to take advantage of the expense that it will have and wash all the clothes like this and not put it halfway, for example. There you will also notice significant savings.
One more case of saving is to take advantage of the hours of the day in which using light is cheaper. Of course, that as long as you have a rate with hourly discrimination. You can use good Wi-Fi repeaters to connect a smart plug to your washing machine and control when it turns on.
In short, as you can see, you can save when using the washing machine at home. The most important thing is the temperature. Whenever possible, washing with cold water will save you money. In any case, avoid higher temperature programs. You must also carry out good maintenance, use eco programs and make optimal use.
