What are the cheapest hours to use hydro?

Summer pricing periods from May 1, 2022 to October 31, 2022

TOU period Hours Price
Off-peak Weekdays from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. and all day weekends and holidays 8.2¢ per kWh
Mid-peak Weekdays from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 11.3¢ per kWh
On-peak Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 17.0¢ per kWh

What is the cheapest time to use hydro in Ontario?

Current prices

TOU Price Periods Winter (November 1 – April 30) TOU Prices (¢/kWh)
Off-Peak Weekdays 7 p.m. – 7 a.m. Weekends and holidays all day 8.2
Mid-Peak Weekdays 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 11.3
On-Peak Weekdays 7 a.m. – 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. 17.0

What time is the cheapest to do laundry?

You could potentially save a few pennies per laundry load if you wash them in the morning, during the day (if you work from home), or later than 7pm in the evening. Energy Saving Trust agrees, writing in a 2020 article that – again depending on your tariff – it could be cheaper to use appliances at off-peak.

What is the best time to do laundry in Ontario?

When is the best time to wash clothes?

  • Try washing before 4 p.m. or after 7 p.m. – Many energy companies charge extra for electricity during their “peak hours,” which see increased energy usage.
  • During the summer, run your washer early in the morning – energy use peaks on hot afternoons.

Is it cheaper to run dishwasher at night?

While peak hours will vary slightly by area, as a general rule, the cheapest time to run your dishwasher is at night—when people begin to turn off the lights and TVs and the grid is less busy.

Is it cheaper to put your washing machine on at night?

Run your machines later in the day The most expensive time for you to wash or dry your clothes is between 4pm and 7pm, so try to avoid using your machines between these hours. Energy prices are at their lowest between 10pm and 5am – perfect for night owls and early risers.