This common habit of constantly leaving your charger plugged in seems practical, but actually hides little-known risks. Between excessive energy consumption, household hazards, and environmental impact, discover why it’s urgent to change this daily habit.
An often underestimated danger: chargers left plugged in
Did you know that your phone charger, even without a connected device, continues to draw current? This energy inevitably transforms into heat. While this phenomenon may seem harmless, it can become problematic when combined with certain environmental factors such as dust accumulation, high humidity, or the presence of combustible materials nearby (like paper or textiles).
The situation worsens with low-end chargers or those showing signs of wear. Electrical safety experts regularly warn about this: these defective devices allow unwanted currents to circulate, which can lead to serious electrical incidents.
Our tip: get into the habit of doing a quick check of your wall outlets before going out. This simple action, comparable to checking your faucets, could save you a lot of trouble!
Invisible electricity that weighs on your budget
A charger left in a socket is like a small but constant water leak. Individually, the consumption seems insignificant (between 0.1 and 0.5 watts per hour). But when combined across all the outlets in your home and over an entire year, this energy “leak” can add several euros to your bill without you noticing.
This passive consumption has several names in specialist jargon: “vampire energy” or “phantom power.” And contrary to popular belief, it doesn’t just affect smartphone chargers!
Our solution: equip yourself with power strips with switches. These practical strips allow you to turn everything off with a simple touch, without having to unplug each device.
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