Unplug to Save Money

While it may be easy to simply leave your chargers in the wall when you are not using it, or when your phone or computer is fully charged, it may actually be costing you money. Unplugging your unused chargers can help to ensure that you do not get a surprise on your next energy bill. Keep these tips in mind to help you stay unplugged while you are not using your chargers.

• Unplug any devices that are rarely used. If you have an extra TV that you keep in the guest room, or an old desktop computer that does not get much use, unplug them until the next time you need to use them.
• Invest in power strips. A power strip will allow you to control the flow of the power. Being able to control the power means that you will be able to turn off many appliances all at once so that they are not using any electricity while you are not home, or not using the appliances. Consider connecting the power strips to a light switch so that you remember to turn off all the appliances when you leave home.
• Use sleep modes. Instead of leaving computers and video game consoles paused for long periods of time, set your game console or computer to sleep mode. Just this one simple step can help you save more than $100 each year on your electric bill.
• Consider upgrades. If you are buying new appliances, make sure to look for models that have an Energy Star rating. These will have a lower standby consumption of electricity and use less electricity in all of their functions.

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