Considering cheaper electricity at night? I could have paid the price for it with my life

Jen Keane turned on her dishwasher and went out to visit a friend, returning home to utter devastation after the appliance caught fire, destroying her home. But it could have been so much worse...

Jen Keane 's house suffered extensive smoke and fire damage after her dishwasher caught fire.

With energy costs soaring, and news of many electricity suppliers significantly increasing their charges in the coming weeks and months, there has been a surge of articles about how to save money on our bills, including the advice repeated by many that we should run things in the evening to avail of cheaper rates. 

Every time I see someone suggesting this I look to see if they’ve included the relevant disclaimers, the notes of caution that should accompany this advice, but I’m always disappointed. This advice is not just incorrect, but may even be dangerous.