Which Appliances Should You Leave Plugged In?
This is just as important as knowing what to unplug!
Some appliances need a continuous electricity supply to work properly, preserve food, provide safety functions, or maintain important settings.
Refrigerators and Freezers
Don’t unplug your refrigerator or freezer simply to save standby electricity.
These appliances need power to maintain safe food-storage temperatures. Turning them off for extended periods can spoil food and create a food-safety risk.
If you want to reduce their energy use, focus on practical steps such as keeping the doors closed, checking door seals, allowing adequate ventilation, and choosing an efficient model when replacement becomes necessary.
Medical Equipment
Never unplug essential medical equipment without following the manufacturer’s instructions and, where appropriate, advice from your healthcare professional.
Devices that provide respiratory support, monitoring, or other essential functions may need a continuous power supply.
Wi-Fi Routers and Security Systems
Routers, alarm systems, cameras, and similar equipment may need to remain powered to provide internet access, alerts, or security monitoring.
Unplugging them could interrupt the services you rely on.
If you want to reduce their electricity use, check their power specifications and settings before making changes.
