Where You Should Put Your Refrigerator

If you looked at the title of this article and said to yourself, “in the kitchen, duh,” then you are mostly correct – however, there is a little bit more to it than that. While your refrigerator will serve its purpose just about anywhere you put it in the kitchen, there are some ways to maximize its efficiency; more specifically its energy-efficiency.

Did you know that the refrigerator can account for 10% of your monthly electric bill? There are several ways you can reduce this number, such as opening the door less or vacuuming your condenser coils, but the location of the appliance can also play a large role.

If you are redesigning your kitchen, or simply have some free space to work with, follow these tips to place your refrigerator in the most energy-efficient spot possible:

• Place your refrigerator against an exterior wall. Unless you live in a climate where it is hot year-round. The reason for this is that exterior walls tend to be cooler than interior walls because they are exposed to the outdoor temperature.

• Keep your refrigerator away from your stove. Your refrigerator should always be as far away from heat-generating appliances (mainly your stove) as possible. When you are cooking something in the oven, the radiant heat can affect your refrigerator and make it work harder to keep cool.

• Keep your refrigerator out of direct sunlight. You should keep your refrigerator out of direct sunlight for the same reason you keep it away from the stove. If the refrigerator is absorbing the sun's rays all day long, it will begin to warm up, causing the compressor to work harder to maintain your desired temperature.

Following these tips will help keep your refrigerator colder while using less energy. If you are still experiencing inconsistent or high temperatures in your fridge, there may be a mechanical issue. If you live in Long Island or New York City, call Speedy Subzero Repair at 866-782-9376. We guarantee one-hour service to Nassau and Suffolk counties and can fix any make or model of refrigerator.