vacation question...

gina409 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:04 PM

vacation question...

when u go away..do u turn ur fridge off?

we didnt for the hm but mil thinks we should when we go away in 3 weeks

geegee827 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:06 PM

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I don't but I throw out all my milk. If you turn it off, you'll have to buy all new stuff (like mayo, mustard, etc.) that lasts longer than a week or two.

laulac98 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:09 PM

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Posted by geegee827

I don't but I throw out all my milk. If you turn it off, you'll have to buy all new stuff (like mayo, mustard, etc.) that lasts longer than a week or two.

I do the same thing - anything that could go bad while we're gone I throw out but I always leave it on and keep the long term stuff.

AugustBridein09 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:10 PM

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I never have.....butter, ketchup, and my frozen ravioli would get yucky.

AwaitingAugust Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:18 PM

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i leave the fridge plugged in ... but i unplug anything else that i can (microwave, tv, lights, etc)

LadyDuda81509 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:19 PM

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i never do...hmmm how long are you going away for??

QueenPeach Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:24 PM

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Nope, too many frozen items and condiments that need to stay cool. I do unplug other appliances also because those are supposed to cost $ even when not turned on like lamps, computer, etc. The think I messed up though was I unplugged our entire entertainment system and completely forgot that our DVR needs to be plugged in. We had no recorded shows when we came home!

KerriJohnS Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:26 PM

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never done this before. never thought about it. and now that it's been brought to my attention... i still won't do it.

I usually have someone that comes in and out of my apt while I am away to cat sit and also sometimes even just stay there so this would make no sense for me to do anyway.

I don't really see the point, unless you are going away for a LONG time.

AugustBridein09 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:27 PM

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This might end up being one of those things I regret asking b/c the answer is obvious....

but why do people unplug things?

I've never unplugged anything.

alli3131 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:29 PM

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No...

And unless you are in an old house with old wiring then you are fine

Tomlaur0808 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:32 PM

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Posted by AugustBridein09

This might end up being one of those things I regret asking b/c the answer is obvious....

but why do people unplug things?

I've never unplugged anything.

It cuts down on your usage of electricity, as well as prevention of a fire - if you're not home & dont need to have your coffee maker, toaster, etc plugged in then cut down on $$ you would be throwing away on having those appliances plugged in while you're not at home, not to mention a chance of a fire in case the plug/outlet got hot.

I do leave frig on ALWAYS - too much of a PITA to unplug & deal with throwing out food & condiments and wasting more money having to re-buy stuff.

We pretty much unplug everything else, shut off our water too (God forbid of a burst pipe & flooding)

halfbaked Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:34 PM

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Posted by AugustBridein09

This might end up being one of those things I regret asking b/c the answer is obvious....

but why do people unplug things?

I've never unplugged anything.

Well your cable box, microwave, etc. still use some electricity even if they are just plugged in and not turned on. I guess this is a cost cutting tactic, though I've never done it.

I've never turned off my fridge either, but we always have someone staying there with the dogs, so I'm no help.

julesrbf Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:37 PM

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No, never have.

FuTuRe MrS MaZz Posted: Sep 29, 2010 02:59 PM

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I couldnt unplus my fridge if i tried... The damn thing is soooo wedged into its cubby that its never coming out

And I never unplug anything... I think as long as the appliances are off you're okay... I cant imagine it saving you that much more money... Someone go do a test on this LOL

Rosalind_75 Posted: Sep 29, 2010 03:04 PM

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hell no!!!

i got to many condiments in my fridge

plus my frezzer has some meat !!!

oh and my wedding cake is in there

AwaitingAugust Posted: Sep 29, 2010 03:05 PM

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it's more about the risk of fire than the money saving thing. i know it's not damned likely that a fire would start considering things are plugged in 24/7 while we're home ... but it's easy enough to do so why not