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UK households have been reminded washing machines and dishwashers have a range of overlooked features that could save you as much as £156 a year.

Off-peak hours are the times of day when fewer people are using electricity, like late nights, early mornings, and some weekend slots. Many energy experts point to a "sweet spot" between 10pm and 8am as prime time for cheaper rates.

Some even suggest a sweet spot between 7am and 8am if you prefer not to run your machine overnight. Because demand is lower, energy is often cheaper during these hours for customers on certain tariffs.

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A standard washing machine uses around 0.5 to 2 kWh per load, depending on the temperature, cycle, and model. If you do 5 w

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