I get it. You want to save money. But don’t run your washing machine at 3 AM if it wakes you up. Sleep is priceless.
And don’t let laundry pile up for three weeks just to wait for a weekend off-peak window. That’s how you end up wearing your partner’s socks (again).
Balance is key. Use the delay start when you can, but life happens. If you need to wash your lucky jeans at 6 PM, go for it. The energy fairies won’t arrest you.