Phantom consumption: the 5 household appliances that spend the most if they are still plugged in

Many times we leave electrical appliances connected constantly, but that can be detrimental to the electricity bill.

It is often thought that not having electrical appliances in use, even when connected, does not imply electrical energy consumption. The bad news is that this is not the case and, in fact, experts always recommend unplugging everything that we are not using since they can still use electricity in that state.

1. The TV

No one ever unplugged the TV from the outlet or from the slipper. Well, it's time to start doing it (especially considering the frequent power outages in Argentina, especially in the Federal Capital). A 34-inch model can spend approximately 53 kWh per year on standby and a 37-inch LED 35 kWh.

2- Microwave

It's always plugged in near the fridge, coffee maker, or toaster. The numbers it usually displays on the screen imply constant power consumption. Appliances such as microwaves can have a phantom consumption of 35 kWh per year.

3- Cell phone charger

This is mentioned because it is the most used, but it applies to all mobile device chargers. The Institute for the Diversification and Saving of Energy (IDAE) explained last year that leaving the cell phone charger connected "consumes almost as much as if it were charging the phone."

4- Slippers

They usually have several connected devices that, whether in use or not, imply a phantom energy consumption since the flow is maintained.

5- Refrigerator

It is not in dispute to disconnect it daily, since food can rot. Of course, they recommend emptying it and unplugging it in case you go on a trip.

The last three are made up of the washing machine, the dishwasher and the dryer. Unlike what happens with the refrigerator, it is not necessary to have them constantly connected. They consume energy at all times, especially if they have a digital or touch screen.

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