Is it still worth doing your washing during off-peak hours these days?
From Do you really know? by Bababam
June 12, 2026 · 5 min
About this episode
The episode discusses whether doing laundry during off-peak hours is still a cost-effective choice for households on time-of-use tariffs in the UK.
Ah, the gentle rumble of a washing machine spinning in the middle of the night… practical but is it really saving you money? In the UK, many households are on time-of-use tariffs like Economy 7. It’s often seen as a smart choice, but in reality, whether it pays off depends entirely on your routine. In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: How does doom spending stop us from saving money? Are budget food brands really worth the savings they offer? What does the popcorn index teach us about the economy? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People in this episode
Host: Amber Minogue
Topics covered
- washing machine
- off-peak hours
- time-of-use tariffs
- Economy 7
- household savings
Keywords
- washing machine
- off-peak hours
- Economy 7
- savings
- household costs
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Bababam
Places: UK
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