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Hot tub electricity cost in Ontario, estimated, plus pool pump and pool heater costs, and how covers, variable-speed pumps and off-peak timing cut them.
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Space heater cost in Ontario: a 1,500 W heater costs about 14–28¢ an hour on Time-of-Use, or $20–$30 a month for typical use. See the math and when it pays.
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Phantom loads typically make up 5–10% of household electricity. Learn how to measure them, which devices are worst, and practical ways to cut them in Ontario.
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Set the dishwasher to start after 7 p.m.
A dishwasher uses roughly 1–1.5 kWh per cycle. Using delay-start to run it after 7 p.m. on TOU, or after 11 p.m. on ULO, cuts the commodity cost by about half or more.
Run washers and dishwashers only when full
Each cycle uses roughly the same energy and water whether full or half-empty. Waiting for full loads can cut the number of cycles by a quarter or more.
Use the highest spin speed
A faster spin removes more water, so the dryer runs for less time. At about 2.5–4 kWh per dryer load, shaving 10–15 minutes adds up over a year.
Clean the dryer lint filter every load
A clogged lint screen slows drying and increases fire risk. Also check the exterior vent flap a few times a year to make sure it opens freely.
Line-dry clothes in summer
Skipping the dryer for a few loads a week can save roughly 300–500 kWh a year. Indoor drying racks work in winter too, adding welcome humidity.
Consider a heat pump dryer at replacement
Heat pump dryers use roughly half the energy of standard electric dryers and do not need an outside vent. HRS has offered up to $200 for qualifying appliances; confirm on saveonenergy.ca.
