Every household has energy consumers that use electricity continuously. These "power guzzlers" can make themselves felt in your monthly bill in the long term. It is therefore important to know which appliances consume the most electricity so that you can reduce them in a targeted manner.

Household appliances

The biggest power guzzlers in the home are usually household appliances that are used frequently and for long periods of time. These include, for example, the fridge, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher and heating. These appliances account for the majority of household electricity consumption.

Nowadays, modern refrigerators consume significantly less electricity than older models. However, energy loss is still high if the door is opened too often or the appliance is positioned too close to a heat source.

Washing machines, dryers and dishwashers can also be huge power guzzlers. It is important to only use these appliances at full capacity and to occasionally run them at lower temperatures.

Heating as an electricity consumer

Heating can also be a major consumer of electricity. Highly efficient heating systems and regular maintenance can help to reduce electricity consumption. You should also make sure that windows and doors are tightly closed and that heat cannot escape unused.

Stand-by modes

Stand-by modes and chargers that are not switched off can also increase electricity consumption. You should therefore always make sure that you switch off electrical appliances completely when you are not using them.

To reduce overall electricity consumption in the household, you can use energy-saving appliances, switch them off when not in use or put them into standby mode and replace light sources with LED or energy-saving bulbs.

As well as using less electricity, you can also save money by being conscious about how you use electricity. If you take care to reduce the biggest power guzzlers in your household, you can achieve a lasting reduction in your energy costs.

Our energy-saving tips at a glance

Here is an overview of our tips on how you can reduce electricity consumption when using the biggest energy consumers in your household:

• Refrigerator: Make sure the door closes properly and do not place it near heat sources. Defective seals should be replaced immediately. It is also advisable not to put hot food in the fridge. Set the refrigerator to the correct temperature and defrost it regularly.
• Washing machine, dryer and dishwasher: Only use these appliances at full capacity and use economy programs wherever possible. If possible, allow the laundry to air dry. Defective heating elements and bad seals should be replaced immediately.
• Heating: Set the heating so that it only runs when you are in the room. When you are away, turn the radiators down or use a timer. Bleed the radiators regularly and make sure that windows and doors close tightly.
• Lighting: Replace conventional light bulbs with LED or energy-saving bulbs. Switch off the lights when you leave a room and use motion detectors or timers.

If you follow these tips, you can significantly reduce electricity consumption in your household and save money at the same time.