Before closing the door and start enjoying your rest, dedicate a few minutes to check the house plugs. Not only will it help you reduce “ghost” energy consumption and save money on your next light bill, but you will also increase the safety of your home.
Here you have a list of the devices that experts recommend disconnecting:
Small kitchen appliances
Coffee maker, microwave, toaster, electric oven and blender. Although they are turned off, many of these devices have watches, lights or waiting modes that continue to consume energy. In addition, disconnecting them prevents any risk of short circuit.
Loaders and electronic devices
Cellular loaders, laptop, tablets, etc. Even without a connected device, loaders continue to consume a small amount of electricity. Unleash them to extend their useful life and avoid unnecessary expense.
TVs, video game consoles and sound equipment. The famous “stand-by” of these devices is one of the greatest guilty of ghost consumption. Turn them off from the button is not enough, unleash them!
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Desktop computers and printers. If you are not going to use them, there is no reason to continue connected to the current.
Other devices to take into account
Portable heater and fans. They are high consumption devices and, for security, they should never be connected without supervision.
Wi-Fi router. If no one is going to use the Internet, turning it off is an easy way to save and, incidentally, protect your network from possible intrusions.
And what about the refrigerator?
This is a special case and depends on how long you go:
Short vacations (a week or less): You can leave it on. Not opening the door, keep the cold efficiently.
Long holidays (more than 10-15 days): It is most advisable to empty it completely, clean it well and unplug it. Do not forget to leave the door a little open to avoid the formation of mold and bad smells.
With these simple steps, you make sure a quieter vacation and a more economical light bill on your return.
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