If you’re tired of paying high utility bills, a more efficient refrigerator can help lower your monthly rate. This doesn’t necessitate replacing it with a new model, either. The northern Kentucky refrigerator repair team at Complete Appliance Service have shared their tips to cutting your icebox’s energy use.

Your Guide to a More Efficient Fridge

1. Get Organized

User error is the largest contributor to a fridge’s energy consumption. If you’re holding the door open for too long looking for food, the conditioned air inside escapes and the appliance must work harder to maintain ideal temperatures. The solution is keeping a well-organized fridge. When you know where everything is, you can open the door, grab it, and go. Keep items you use most toward the front or in the door. 

2. Clean the Coils

Clean refrigerator coils every six months to a year, doing it more often if you have pets who shed a lot. You can purchase a specialized brush at a hardware store or use a vacuum wand to remove dust. On most models, the coils are at the back or bottom of the fridge. If you can’t do this yourself for any reason, hire a refrigerator repair service or general handyman to help.

3. Replace the Seals

Open the fridge door and check the seals that run around the inside of it. This stripping inevitably gets old and worn, which allows cool air to leak through the cracks. If you find gaps or other signs of wear, have a refrigerator repair specialist replace the seals.

The team at Complete Appliance Repair have provided dedicated service since 1980 and earned an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau for their exceptional appliance repair. They pride themselves on quick, same-day service for your convenience. In addition to refrigerator repair, they service all types of kitchen appliances, from stoves to dishwashers. Contact them at (514) 661-3708 to request a quote or schedule your service today!