Do Electric Blankets, Fans, and Dehumidifiers Use a Lot of Electricity?
Do electric blankets, fans and dehumidifiers use a lot of electricity? Compare their energy consumption, running costs and efficiency to see which appliances use the most power.
Air Fryer vs Oven: Which Uses More Energy (and When an Oven Can Still Win)?
Air fryer or oven—which uses more energy? Compare their energy consumption, running costs and cooking efficiency, and discover when an oven can still be the better choice.
Is It Better to Unplug Appliances? What Actually Saves Energy
Key Takeaways Phantom power is real, but usually only 5–10% of a typical bill. In warmer weather, cooling habits move the needle far more than anything left plugged in. Unplugging high-standby devices (TVs, consoles, office gear) can save an Irish household roughly €80–€150 a year. Smart power strips, plugs and better cooling habits usually beat […]
Does Turning Off Lights Really Save Energy? Myths vs Facts
Key Takeaways Yes – turning lights off almost always saves energy and money, even in July, when daylight hours are at their longest. Modern LED bulbs use very little power individually, but leaving several lights on unnecessarily – hallways, porches, garden lighting – still adds up over a full month. The idea that switching lights […]
Do Washing Machines Use a Lot of Electricity? A Practical Guide
Compared with an electric shower, tumble dryer or oven, a washing machine is a fairly modest electricity user – most of the cost comes from heating water, not the drum. That’s why households with residential solar panels often find laundry one of the easiest loads to shift onto daytime generation. A typical modern machine uses […]
Energy Use of Household Appliances: What Costs You the Most?
Every appliance in an Irish home draws electricity differently, and the gap between the cheapest and the most expensive can run to hundreds of euro a year. Understanding where that money goes, whether it’s an immersion heater left on too long or a household weighing up residential solar panels, is the first step towards a […]
Is It Better to Unplug Appliances? What Actually Saves Energy in July
Yes – unplugging so-called “energy vampires” does genuinely save energy, but in an Irish July, most of the savings on your bill still come from how you manage hot water, the fridge and freezer, and any big appliance you run, not from chasing down every charger. Standby power is real and worth tackling, but it […]
10 Easy Ways to Save Energy at Home
You don’t need a full renovation to bring your energy bills down – most Irish households can cut what they spend on electricity and gas with ten straightforward changes, several of which cost nothing at all. Combined with bigger long-term investments like insulation or residential solar panels, these habits can meaningfully lower your bill within a single billing cycle.
Can You Have a Fast EV Charger at Home?
Most homes can have a “fast” 7kW–7.4kW EV charger installed without any major electrical work. Ultra-fast DC rapid chargers, on the other hand, are rarely practical or affordable on a residential driveway. Here is what “fast” really means for home charging, and how to work out what your property can support. Key Takeaways Yes – […]
What Is the Cheapest Way to Charge an EV at Home?
Charging an electric car in Ireland can cost anywhere from a couple of euro to over €30 for the same battery, depending entirely on where and when you plug in. Here is exactly how to get the lowest possible cost out of your home charging setup. Key Takeaways The cheapest way to charge an EV […]