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Costs by type
Hoover 9 kg models, label figures for a full load and the label's yearly figure. Named as examples only.
| Type | Full load | A year (label) |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump | 56.9p | £68.17 |
| Condenser | £1.36 | £162.13 |
| Vented | £1.41 | £167.40 |
The government's Home Energy Model uses 98 kWh per 100 cycles for drying.4
Use it safely
Electrical Safety First: “Clean out lint and fluff from the filter and around the door after every use.” It also advises against plugging a tumble dryer into an extension lead, and to “avoid running your tumble dryer overnight if possible.”5
Do not leave it running unattended until it has fully cooled down. On product recalls: “we recommend you check your tumble dryer is not on their list.”5
Who these figures cover
Costs use the Ofgem price cap average for England, Scotland and Wales, 26.32p per kWh by Direct Debit, 1 October to 31 December 2026. Your region and tariff change it.6
HMRC: “The temporary zero rate applies from 1 October 2026 to 30 June 2027.” The Budget on 28 October 2026 extended it from 31 March (announced; the legislation is due in early 2027). Gas stays at 5% VAT.7 In Northern Ireland, use the unit rate on your bill.