Everyone Should Unplug This Kitchen Appliance Before Going to Sleep to Prevent a Fire

Good question. There isn’t just one — but there are kitchen appliances that many safety experts say it’s wise to unplug before you go to sleep (or leave the house). If you had to “single out” one, the most commonly cited is a simple kitchen toaster — but more broadly, the category is small appliances with heating elements or constant‑power draws. Better Homes & Gardens+2Greenviewgps.co.uk+2

🔌 Why “Toasters & Similar Appliances” Should Be Unplugged

• A ordinary toaster (or toaster‑oven / air‑fryer / small oven) uses exposed heating coils. Crumbs, food residue, dust or oil accumulation near those coils can — in rare cases — smolder or ignite if there’s a fault or power surge. Greenviewgps.co.uk+2RCDBS+2

• Even if switched off, many appliances still draw a small amount of electricity (“standby” or “phantom” power), which adds waste and slightly increases fire risk. The Times of India+1

• Older units, frayed cords, or damaged wiring can malfunction unpredictably — a risk that’s magnified at night when no one’s awake to notice sparks, heat, or odors. RCDBS+1

🏠 What Else to Unplug (If You Want to Be Safe)

According to safety guides, besides toasters, you should especially consider unplugging:

• Air Fryer / toaster‑ovens / mini ovens — they all use heating elements and sometimes run hot. The Times of India+2RCDBS+2

• Electric kettles / coffee‑makers / slow cookers / pressure cookers / hot plates — anything that heats and might remain on or draw power even after cooking. The Times of India+2awaredaily.com+2

• Other small countertop appliances (blenders, food‑processors, etc.), especially if they have power‑indicator lights or vulnerable cords. The Times of India+2Neighborly+2

✅ Simple Safety Habit: Unplug After Use

• The simplest precaution — pull the plug once you’re done using the appliance and finished cleaning up.

• Make it a habit before sleeping or leaving home. It costs only a few seconds but can drastically reduce the risk of accidental fires or electric faults.

• Also keep wiring and plugs in good condition — frayed cords or loose connections increase fire risk.

If you want — I can pull up a short “checklist for fire‑safe kitchen habits” (unplugging + storage + maintenance) — useful for homes with frequent power surges (like in many parts of Pakistan). Want me to build that list for you now?