If you’re about to head off on holidays, your thoughts might be focused on what you need to bring with you – but what about what you’re leaving behind? A hasty exit can mean wasted energy, higher bills and also accidental signs that show burglars your home is empty. Anyone planning on leaving their home for a few days should bear these few points in mind. Conserving resources If you are away from home for an extended period of time, try to use up what you have in the fridge or donate it to a food bank. You might also take the opportunity to defrost the freezer as that could save energy, too. I…