 while it's still warm outside. Below are the five energy-guzzling household appliances that could be adding £380 to your bills in total, according to experts. Air conditioner Will Davies, chief executive officer of home and commercial property company ASPECT, said: "Air conditioners are one of the most significant contributors to high summer energy bills. "They can account for a large portion of your electricity consumption. "If possible, set your thermostat to a higher temperature or use fans instead." Potential savings: £50 to £150 per month, depending on usage and efficiency. Electric oven Will also said that if you have an electric oven, be mindful of its cost. "Cooking with the oven generates a lot of heat, which can further increase your cooling costs. "Try using alternative cooking methods such as grilling or using a slow cooker," he said. He reckons households could spend an extra £10 to £30 per month by using it too much. Fans Doctor Steve Buckley, head of data science at Loop said households having a fan on every night during summer could add £3 to their bills each month. It might not seem like much but it could add up, especially if you're making use of other appliances. He said: "A family of four each using a 35W fan in their bedroom at night could add almost £3 per month to their energy bill and £70 more if using an air-conditioning unit." Clothes dryer ASPECT's will added that clothes dryers - and not electric ones - can add m){kind=link}
GAS-GUZZLING appliances could be adding hundreds of pounds to your energy bills this summer.
But there are simple changes you can make to reduce the cost and save some much-needed cash.
Some household appliances are driving up your bills more than others, so it pays to know which ones.
Below are appliances that you might want to reconsider using (or using less) while it’s still warm outside.
They could be adding £380 to your bills in total, according to experts.