Holidays, we wait all year!
But at the time of departure, no rush.
It would be silly to leave without turning off the water or the electricity...
So that you don't forget anything before departure, here is the list of 7 things to do to save money during the holidays!
You are going to say to me:"What savings are made by cutting off the gas?" I will then answer you tit for tat:"probably none, unless I have a small leak that I was unaware of until today, but in doubt..." And then, safety issue, it's not no worse.
Yes I cut it too. You know why ? I had the bad experience of a leak in the toilet, which was barely noticeable. It took me a long time to see her, by the way. So, just like for gas, when in doubt, I cut! And if there is a small leak, I will make big savings!
The last days before the holidays, I empty the fridge. I only make recipes that use leftovers I have in the fridge or cupboard.
To discover: 15 Recipes to Cook Leftovers and No More Waste.
The day before departure, the fridge is practically empty and in the morning before leaving, I lower the thermostat as much as possible.
I realize twice the savings:
1/ I don't have any leftover food and besides, I haven't done much shopping in the last week.
2/ My electricity bill in the middle of September will be reduced.
Of course, I'm thinking of turning off the TV with the off button, and not just putting it on standby. While I'm at it, I cut the Box. The goldfish does not connect to the Internet in my absence, and the green plants rarely watch TV.
All this, always with the aim of reducing my EDF bill and making my appliances last longer.
The water that remains in the water heater does not need to be heated. So I cut it. I'm also thinking of the computer, the printer and any other household appliance that would use power in the standby state.
I don't know my neighbors well enough yet and I don't have the budget to hire someone to come and take care of the apartment in my absence.
But, over two weeks of vacation, some plants need to drink. My son's goldfish needs to feed. (Imagine Loulou screaming on the way home asking why Bubulle has her stomach up!)
So for plants that need to drink more than once in a fortnight, I install a drip mechanism. For Bubulle, I buy a tablet that dissolves in water as it goes.
It may make you smile, but I've forgotten about it in the past. I'll spare you the not very appetizing details, but it can be very annoying. I won't save any money when I get home if I have to disinfect everything and thoroughly brick the apartment so that it finally smells better!
I also take this opportunity to put baking soda everywhere:in the trash can of course, but also in the sink, the toilets, the bathtub, the basins. This simple gesture will prevent bad odors when I return.
To discover: How To Avoid Bad Pipe Smells When You Return From Vacation.
And There you go ! In all, about ten minutes to leave with peace of mind, for two weeks that promise to be great!
I can't give you a precise number of savings you'll make, I don't know all your habits and how long you'll be away.
But, I'll give you an idea of my case.
During the year, I leave for two weeks in the summer and one week in the winter. I can significantly reduce my electricity bill. A fridge idling and all appliances unplugged can save me 20% on my 3 week vacation.
