The 3 common devices that 'quietly drain energy and increase electricity bills'
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Leaving your home appliances on standby might seem like a nifty time-saver, but it can actually "quietly drain energy and increase your electricity bills", warn the experts at the Energy Advice Helpline. While standby mode does cut down on energy use compared to when devices are fully on, many gadgets still pull power even when they're not active.
This sneaky consumption can add up, especially with energy bills that have soared to £1,738 since January 1. But fear not, the energy gurus have dished out their top three energy-guzzling appliances "you should never leave on standby". They point out: "By switching them off properly when not in use, you can make a big difference to your energy bill and reduce your household's carbon footprint.".
Firstup, satellite boxes – these common household items can be real culprits when left on standby, silently sapping energy and bumping up your bills. Many of us forget to fully switch off our satellite boxes, mistakenly thinking standby mode will do.
But just turning off your TV while the box is still on standby can lead to needless power consumption that'll hit your wallet over time. Satellite boxes, even on standby, are "sneaky energy drainers", reports the Express. Properly powering them down can lead to tangible savings on your energy expenses.
Leaving a desktop computer on standby might make the morning login faster, but this habit can secretly pile up your energy costs. Even in standby mode, your trusty desktop still sips electricity, which over the course of a year amounts to an average cost of £10 to £15 in electric bills.
