Our washing machines and clothes dryers can be some of the most energy hungry appliances in our homes, and with so many different models on the market, it literally pays to consider the model you choose, and how your appliances will be used.

Our Brisbane appliance repair and servicing specialists here at Fixzit explain how you can save money in the laundry and use your appliances in the most efficient way with these energy efficient tips below.

1. Use cold water wherever possible when washing clothes. If you prefer washing in hot water, it makes sense to connect your hot water system to an energy efficient tariff.

2. Wash full loads instead of many smaller loads.

3. If your washing machine has auto load sensing or load selection features use these to reduce unnecessary water and energy use.

4. Front loading washing machines typically use a lot less water and energy.

5. Buy a washing machine and dryer with the highest energy star rating that you can afford.

6. Dryers use a lot of energy so only use them when needed to dry clothes quickly or in wet periods when it can be hard to get clothes dry.

7. Clean lint filters every time before using a dryer so they run more efficiently.

8. Don’t set the dryers timer for long periods of time i.e Anything 1 hour or over. Instead set at 30 minute increments and check to see if your clothes actually need longer.

9. Look for dryers with reverse tumbling features, easily accessible lint filter and special fabric cycles to save energy.

10. When it comes to ironing clothes, use the correct temperature setting on your iron and if your patience can manage it iron large amounts at the same time instead of using energy reheating the iron each time something new needs ironing.

If you are looking at buying a new washing machine or clothes dryer, it’s a good idea to use the Australian Government’s appliance energy calculator to compare energy use of nearly all brands and to see how much the appliance will cost you to run each year.

If your washing machine is not running like it should it many cases it makes sense to have it looked at before going out to buy a new one. Call the appliance servicing and repair specialists at Fixzit today on 1300 726 806