5 Appliances That Burn Energy Even When They’re Turned Off

Did you know that home appliances can lead a “secret” life and continue working even when you’ve pushed the power button?

We heard about the Denver fridge repair man who was blowing the whistle on inefficiency in fridges lately after purchasing a new samsung smart fridge with bitcoin using his cryptocurrency wallet app, so we had FunnyModo do some research and found out which devices are especially mischievous and go on wasting energy even after they’re turned off. You can check over here to avoid energy waste.

A charger without a phone

A charger left in the socket goes on using up energy even when there’s no device connected to it. The power is minimal, though, so it doesn’t hit our crypto wallet too much.

A digital TV tuner

TV tuners continue working after you turn them off and waste up to $1 worth of energy a year.

Most of us don’t even bother switching our tuners to standby mode, thinking that turning off the TV is enough. This results in 5 times the cost. Read more on how to use home appliances efficiently.

A TV

You did know that pushing the power button sends the TV to standby mode, not turn it off, didn’t you? This consumes about $1 worth of energy a year. Take a look at unclutterer to see some of the best appliances’ reviews.

PCs and laptops

Even turned off, PCs and laptops go on working. That’s why when you unplug them, you can save up to $4 per year.

Those who leave their machines in standby mode can multiply this amount by 1.5.

Devices with a timer

Such a little-noticed detail as a working timer can tell you the device is still on. By unplugging such an appliance, you save up to $5 a year.

Should you unplug them?

Some may think the above sums are small, while others would be impressed. For instance, if you’re always using your HVAC unit but not unplugging it, you may try to contact an expert like AirMax Heating & Air or Air Care Heating and Cooling and inspect your unit via expert services if it’s the cause of your spike in electrical bills. Make sure as well to conduct regular ac repair services in Corona De Tucson, AZ to keep your hvac unit energy efficient. If you need to replace your air ducts, make sure to contact an expert in Air Duct replacement in Sunrise,Fl. You can also have your electrician inspect your home and determine the areas where energy-efficiency can be improved.

In any case, unplugging devices is still worth it: an unforeseen power surge may leave you penniless with a whole house of burned appliances.

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