--- title: "What to Unplug When Power Returns After a Blackout (Kenya) | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/what-to-unplug-when-power-returns-kenya description: "The risk is when power comes back: which appliances to unplug during a blackout in Kenya, which to leave, and the protectors that make it safe. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/what-to-unplug-when-power-returns-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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A loose joint behind a wall does its damage quietly. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Unplug fridges, TVs and microwaves. - Leave one light on to see the return. - Switch things on gradually. Quick answer Appliances like fridges, microwaves and TVs are especially vulnerable when power returns with a surge or low voltage. Unplug sensitive items during an outage, leave one light on to see when power is back, and switch things on gradually, as KPLC itself asks, to avoid overloading the network. 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Free site survey in Nairobi and nearby counties. Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Unplug fridges, TVs and microwaves. - Leave one light on to see the return. - Switch things on gradually. - A voltage protector or surge strip automates this. ## What to look for before you buy - Unplug the fridge or use a fridge guard with a restart delay - Unplug the TV, decoder, microwave and computer - Leave one outside light on - Wait a few minutes before reconnecting - Switch on heavy loads such as geysers and cookers last ## Where these figures come from Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: [Kenyans.co.ke: Kenya Power outage notices](https://www.kenyans.co.ke/news/63297-kenya-power-announces-power-outage-6-nairobi-estates). ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. 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Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund - **Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card**; refunds go back the same way - **Free delivery in Nairobi** on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya - **Delivered to your door**, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews ([bought from us? leave a review](https://g.page/r/CY2LNNqrlgV5EBM/review)) - **Talk to a person** on WhatsApp [0113 301 244](https://wa.me/254113301244), usually within 30 minutes Full details: [return & refund policy](https://qyvea.co.ke/return-policy). ## Frequently asked questions Is it safe to leave things plugged in? It is riskier. Voltage spikes on return are a common cause of failures. What does a fridge guard do? 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Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Buying Guide Fridge Guard & TV Guard in Kenya: Protect Appliances From Power Surges The cheapest insurance for your fridge, TV and freezer against KPLC surges. 2 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/fridge-guard-voltage-protector-kenya)[Shopping Guides · Guide How Do I Protect My TV, Fridge and Router From Lightning and Surges? 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