Don't forget to defrost!

Freezers and refrigerators need to be defrosted regularly. A layer of ice significantly increases electricity consumption - just 2 millimetres increases energy consumption by 15 %, which has a long-term impact on your wallet.

90 degree washing is not necessary!

We learned from our mothers that germs only die at 90 degrees and above. But this is no longer the case. Modern detergents also achieve good results at 60 or 40 degrees. This also has an effect on the electricity bill. Energy consumption can be reduced by up to 75 kilowatt hours per year, which equates to around 21 euros per year.

Save in the shower

Is the hot water in your home generated by electricity? Then keep your eyes peeled for an energy-saving shower head at the DIY store! This will lead to a significant reduction in electricity consumption without you even noticing it in the shower.

Power guzzlers in the cellar

In many German households, there is a real power guzzler lurking in the cellar, as many have an additional older-generation fridge running continuously. This can cost you up to 120 euros per year!

Beware of old heating pumps

Outdated heating pumps can be very expensive. Installing a new one is also cost-intensive, but with an average consumption of 4 people, it pays for itself after just 3 years.

This comfort costs money

What could be nicer than snuggling up in a warm towel after a shower? But be careful! Electric bathroom radiators cost 118 euros per year if used for just 2 hours a day. So never leave them running continuously.

Halogen should work

Ceiling floodlights with halogen bulbs are often unnoticed power guzzlers. At 150 watts, they usually have 6 times more power than equivalent LED light rods, which means a saving of around 47 euros per year if each lamp is used for 4 hours a day.

Keeping a cool head doesn't have to be expensive

Staying cool on hot days - that's the promise of air conditioning. However, using it comes at a price. With a saving of 97%, a fan is a much cheaper alternative.

Permanently connected to the mains is pretty expensive

You probably didn't think so: Your Wi-Fi router draws a lot of power. When you consider that it runs permanently in most German households, it's a pretty well-hidden cost trap. Every household throws around 19 euros out of the window each year.

Clean dishes - this is how expensive it really is

You can save a lot of money by using the energy-saving program on your dishwasher. Although it takes a little longer to achieve a decent wash result, it is also much cheaper. You can save an average of just under 30 euros per year.