Are you taking a vacation? It is imperative that you switch off these five appliances.

You've packed your suitcase, secured your doors, set your alarm, and are prepared to head to the airport. Does that actually happen? Other important things to think about include the fact that some electronic equipment should be turned off to lower the chance of a fire (yes, even if the appliances in question are turned off). Unplugging every electronic gadget in the house before leaving is the wisest course of action, but some are more hazardous or use more energy than others.

Experts in energy efficiency and safety collaborated with professionals from the Good Housekeeping Institute to create the following list of things you should definitely switch off.

Chargers for Batteries

Lithium-ion batteries are excellent for storing energy, but they can overheat very quickly if they are damaged or are left on the charger for an extended period of time. As stated by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), "Even overnight charging of lithium-ion batteries is unacceptable." To avoid overheating, batteries should be taken out of the charger as soon as they are completely charged. Additionally, you should never leave the battery and charger connected in while you are out of town. Batteries should also be kept at normal temperature and away from anything that can catch fire, according to the NFPA. You should also unplug smaller charging wires, including those for computers or cell phones, even though they don't warm as much.

Heaters

Even though we are aware that this appliance is frequently unplugged during this season. Thus, it's important to keep in mind that, according to the NFPA, heating appliances are a major contributor to residential fires, accounting for over 40,000 fires annually. Unplugging space heaters while not in use is essential because they are a big source of the problem. Utilise.

Countertop Appliances

Electric kettles, electric ovens, and toasters are examples of common appliances that produce high temperatures. As a result, their heating elements may encounter a power surge during a power loss or other malfunction, which could result in a fire. Additionally, appliances are prone to spontaneous ignite due to flammable materials such as oil residue, crumbs, and other materials.

Home Entertainment Systems

Research shows that 5–10% of a home's electricity consumption is from standby power. This also applies to video game consoles, since the most recent models come equipped with wireless controllers that require power even when they are not in use, voice control, and gesture recognition. It's a good idea to turn on all energy-saving settings, such as the "sleep mode" on the PlayStation or the "power save mode" on the Xbox. Turn consoles off entirely, though, when you're travelling.

Hair Equipment

Unplugging curling irons and straightening irons, for instance, is great practice and should be done after every use. Unplugging hair dryers is also advised because malfunctioning cables can cause a fire.