- Dry clothes outside whenever possible.
- Never dry clothes in the house on radiators or in front of the fire.This increases risk of fire, causes damp problems and increases heating costs.
- If you use a tumble dryer make sure it is always vented outside.
Using dryer balls in the tumble dryer reduces the drying time and softens your washing.
Saving Energy the easy way
Following these tips and advice will save you money, help the environment and doesn’t need to cost you a penny.
Comparison of Drying Methods
| Method |
Notes |
Cost Per Year |
kg of CO2 |
| Tumble Dryer |
Based on 3.7kWh tumble dryer used for 5 1 hour loads per week, daytime tariff |
£76.54 |
418 |
| With Dryer Balls |
Based on 3.7kWh tumble dryer used for 5 1 hour loads per week, daytime tariff |
£57.72 |
313 |
| Washing Line |
|
0 |
0 |
Contact Details
South Derbyshire District Council
Energy Officer
Civic Offices
Civic Way
Swadlincote
DE11 0AH
Tel: 01283 228719
email: energy@south-derbys.gov.uk
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