Three Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Refrigerator
A healthy refrigerator means healthy food, but if your food looks a little saggy and the cheese grows too moldy, it might be time to buy a new one.
If you suspect that your freezer is starting to lose cold, but you’re not entirely sure, look for these signs to help you determine if it’s time to say goodbye:
- It is loud: although the engine will start from time to time, this is normal, but it does not have to run constantly – and noisily – to regulate the temperature. If you don’t open and close the refrigerator every five minutes or so, it should stay pretty cool and without too much trouble.
- Hot: Your refrigerator should give off a bit of heat, but shouldn’t feel hot to the touch. If your refrigerator emits too much heat, it might be time to let it go.
- You are throwing away a lot of food: if you notice that perishable foods tarnish faster than usual, this is a problem. Not only are you spending money at the grocery store, but your electricity bill could be hurt as well. A new refrigerator is a big investment, but in the long run it will tell you money – and food.
Also keep in mind that these things don’t have to last forever. According to The Kitchn – which has even more information on the ice container from the link below – a refrigerator can last up to two decades, but may start to fade after about ten years, so keep an eye on yours if it falls into that age range. …