The holidays are full of cooking, cleaning, hosting, and more cooking. That means appliances are working overtime. If you are on Rhythm Energy’s PowerShift plan, timing your appliance use can help lower your bill and keep things running smoothly, even when the house feels like a scene from a holiday movie.
This guide walks you through the best times to use your appliances so you can get the most out of PowerShift during the festive season.
Why PowerShift Shines During the Holidays
PowerShift rewards you for using energy during lower cost hours. During the holidays, when your oven, dishwasher, and laundry suddenly get more action, those rewards can really help.
Timing your usage helps you:
Save money during a season when spending naturally goes up
Reduce stress on the grid during peak times
Keep your home running without worrying about energy spikes
It is all about shifting when you use power, not changing what you use.
When Are the Best Hours to Run Appliances on PowerShift
PowerShift offers lower price windows where shifting usage can make a noticeable difference. While exact hours depend on your plan details, the general idea stays the same: mornings, late evenings, and overnight hours are your budget friendly windows.
Great times to run appliances
Early mornings before the day ramps up
Later evenings after dinner
Overnight for heavy loads like laundry
Midday on holidays when most people are away or not cooking yet
These windows help you take advantage of lower cost hours while keeping your routine simple.
The Big Three Holiday Energy Lifesavers
Some appliances matter more than others when it comes to holiday bills. Here is how to time each one:
1. Dishwashers
Holiday meals create dish piles that feel endless. Instead of running it right after dinner, try:
Running the dishwasher before bed
Using a delayed start option if your model has one
This shifts the energy use to lower cost hours while keeping your kitchen from looking like a cooking show gone wrong.
2. Laundry machines
Guests staying over means extra towels, sheets, and clothes. The best times to run laundry are:
Later evenings
Overnight
Early mornings before the house wakes up
Dryers use a lot of power, so shifting those loads adds up quickly.
3. Ovens and slow cookers
It is harder to shift cooking times, especially for holiday meals, but you can still:
Bake desserts in the late evening
Prep casseroles or sides the night before
Use slow cookers overnight instead of the oven in peak hours
Small shifts can lighten your energy load during busy times.
Other Smart Tips to Make PowerShift Work for You
Use smart plugs and timers
Many holiday tasks can be automated. A timer or smart plug lets you control appliances without babysitting them.
Unplug decorations during peak hours
Those inflatable snowmen and candy canes use power too. Turning them off during busy grid hours helps keep usage lower.
Batch your tasks
If you need to run multiple appliances, try stacking them in lower cost windows. For example:
Run the dishwasher as you start laundry
Bake all desserts in one evening session
This helps you take full advantage of your lower rate period.
Why Timing Matters More During the Holidays
With guests visiting, big meals, and kids home from school, electricity use naturally rises. PowerShift gives you a simple way to stay in control without sacrificing the fun. Timing your usage lets you:
Stretch your holiday budget
Avoid unnecessary bill spikes
Enjoy the season knowing you are using energy wisely
It is a small habit that brings real value.
