5 Tips and Tricks for Keeping Your Freezer in Good Condition

Whether it is storing ice cream, beef, or frozen meals, your freezer helps ensure that your food stays, well, frozen. Because your freezer is so important, you want to ensure that it gets occasional maintenance. Don’t worry, this isn’t hard to do. Here are five tips and tricks for keeping your freezer in good condition:

Temperature Checks

The ideal temperature for a freezer is between 0 and 8 degrees Fahrenheit. You should be checking your freezer temperature on a regular basis, but you may be able to tell that something’s off when your frozen food seems a little more thawed than usual.

If you do find that your freezer is a little warmer than 8 degrees Fahrenheit, you may have a leak in your seal. To verify this, try placing a dollar bill or a piece of paper between your fridge and the door. If you can easily pull out the dollar, or paper, you have a faulty seal that needs to be replaced.

Clean the Outside

This includes your freezer exterior as well as the freezer coils. The coils are located at the back of your unit and tend to collect dust and debris over time, which impacts your refrigerator’s performance. It is recommended that you clean your coils every six months.

Clean the Inside

Over time, spills, old food, and food debris can build up inside your freezer making it smell. Make it a habit to clean out your freezer at least once a month. Not only will this help keep your freezer sanitary, but it can also help ensure that you aren’t forgetting about the food you’ve bought to prevent it from going bad.

Stay Stocked

A full freezer actually runs better and more efficiently than an empty freezer. This is because an empty freezer has to work harder to stay cool. Stocking your freezer with food not only helps ensure that you have plenty to eat but will also help you reach often used items more easily. While a full fridge is good, keep in mind that a stuffed freezer is not recommended as this may impede airflow.

Don’t Wait on Repairs

It may be tempting to hold off on repairing your freezer, especially if it’s a minor issue. Don’t. That minor issue can quickly lead to bigger problems which will cost you more in the long run.

If you have a freezer repair pending, no matter how small, Best Price Appliance Repair is here to help. Call us today for more information.