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Following the introduction of the energy price guarantee on October 1, households across Scotland and the UK are looking for ways to cut back on costs.
Another way to save money on energy bills is to switch appliances that are not in use off at the wall. According to moneysaving site Discount Code, research has revealed that leaving appliances on standby mode can add a substantial amount of money to your bills.Natalia Lachim from the Discount Code explained that leaving certain items plugged in will continue to use electricity even if they are not in use.
Therefore, if you want to save money, you will need to switch the device off at the wall. According to a 2021 study, 98 per cent of UK households leave their TV on standby rather than switching it off fully.Natalia said: “As every household needs to keep their fridge/freezer on, it is hardly surprising that over 12 per cent of the entire household’s energy comes from running the fridge/freezer alone.
According to Natalia, the easiest way to maximise efficiency is to regularly clean the inside and outside of the appliance. She explained: “Dusting the exterior means the cooling system won’t get affected, whereas cleaning the interior and disposing of any out-of-date food will ensure that the fridge doesn’t need to work as hard to keep food cool or frozen.”
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