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Running appliances during solar hours to save electricity

Many household appliances can be run at almost any time of day.

Running them during solar hours can significantly reduce the cost of that electricity.

Appliances that are easy to shift

Appliances commonly shifted include:

  • Washing machines
  • Dishwashers
  • Tumble dryers
  • Electric water heaters

Most modern appliances already include delay or timer functions.

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Why timing makes such a difference

Electricity prices reflect supply and demand.

When solar supply is high and demand is lower, prices fall.

Using appliances during these periods means paying less for the same energy.

Common concerns about daytime usage

Some people worry about noise, inconvenience, or routine changes.

In practice, many shifts involve:

  • Starting appliances before leaving the house
  • Using timers
  • Running cycles earlier than usual

Small changes add up over time.

Which changes save the most?

Upload your electricity bill and we will tell you which usage changes could save you money.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Slijten apparaten hierdoor sneller?

Nee. Het maakt voor een machine niet uit of deze overdag of 's nachts draait. Moderne apparatuur is hiervoor gebouwd.

Is het veilig als ik niet thuis ben?

De meeste apparaten zijn veilig onbeheerd te gebruiken, maar volg altijd de richtlijnen van de fabrikant en check uw verzekering.

Gebruikt een timer zelf veel stroom?

Nee, het verbruik van een timer is verwaarloosbaar vergeleken met de besparingen die u behaalt.