Cutting costs at home with your appliances

Right now, everyone’s looking for ways to save money and keep their energy bills down, me included. None of us, as individuals, can do much about overall energy prices. But we can make small changes around the home that all add up.

Get 20% off* your next protection policy

We’re always looking for ways to make life easier for our valued customers and now more than ever we want to help you keep your home running smoothly.
You can get 20% off* your next policy for the first 12 months as a thank you for protecting your appliance with us.

*Excludes tablets, boilers and mobile phones. Products must be in good working order, more than 3 months and less than 8 years old. You cannot cancel the policy and then purchase another policy to protect the same item within 12 months of the original policy purchase date. Prices will revert to standard rates at the end of the first 12 months of the policy. Note, some policies have an excess

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In today's economy, finding ways to trim expenses and keep energy bills manageable is a top priority for many. While we can't control overall energy prices, there are small adjustments we can make at home that can add up to significant savings.

To avoid surprise costs if your appliances break down, why not insure them- a bill to repair your washing machine could put all your energy saving efforts to waste!

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Here are five savvy strategies I employ as an appliance expert at Domestic & General that could cut costs and maximise efficiency with my appliances.

Washing Machine Wisdom:

  • Pre-soak heavily soiled clothing to avoid washing twice.
  • Ensure the machine is fully loaded before running a cycle.
  • Opt for lower temperature washes, like 30 degrees, for lightly soiled laundry.

Dishwasher Efficiency:

  • Skip pre-rinsing dishes but scrape off solid leftovers.
  • Load the dishwasher to full capacity to maximise each cycle.
  • Take advantage of timer settings, especially if you're on a time-of-use energy plan.

Fridge Freezer Tactics:

  • Avoid overfilling to ensure proper air circulation.
  • Maintain recommended temperature settings (3-5°C for the fridge, -18°C for the freezer).
  • Keep door seals clean and promptly repair any faults to prevent energy wastage.

Oven optimisation:

  • Where possible, use ceramic or glass dishes in the oven, rather than metal (they’re better at retaining heat)
  • Thaw frozen items before cooking to reduce energy consumption.
  • Regularly check and clean oven door seals to prevent heat loss.

Tumble Dryer Tactics:

  • Spin wet laundry at a high speed in the washing machine before drying to reduce moisture.
  • Keep filters clean and free of lint to maintain dryer efficiency.
  • Dry multiple loads consecutively to capitalise on residual heat and minimise energy waste.

Bonus Tip: Embrace Air Drying

One of the most effective ways to save money on tumble drying is to use nature's resources. If you have outdoor space, consider hanging laundry to air dry instead of using the dryer. This not only saves energy and money but can also extend the life of your clothing.

Service plans and maintenance and support plans are provided by Domestic & General Services Limited. Insurance policies are provided by Domestic & General Insurance PLC. Domestic & General Insurance PLC is not an insurance intermediary. We’re the underwriter of the insurance policies and don’t provide personal recommendations or advice.

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Domestic & General Insurance PLC is an insurance undertaking, not an intermediary. We are the underwriter of the insurance and do not provide a personal recommendation or advice. Domestic & General Insurance PLC pay their sales agents periodic incentives (such as bonus payments) if they meet certain quality and sales targets. All prices include all applicable taxes (including IPT).