Energy bills have skyrocketed, leaving many households looking for ways to slash their costs.
The fridge is one appliance that must be kept on all the time - so how can you make sure it is working as efficiently as possible?
There are ways you can make it run to "make noticeable energy savings".
It comes after the Energy Price Guarantee kicked in from October 1 - “freezing” bills at £2,500 a year for the typical household.
But this isn’t a total cap on your bill - instead, it is a limit on the unit rates you use for gas and electricity, as well as the standing charges.
How cold should your fridge be?
Energy Saving Trust recommends the optimum temperature for your fridge is between 0°C and 5°C.
Currys claims the ideal fridge temperature is between 3°C and 5°C, while Beko says the figure is between 2.2°C and 3.3°C.
To check the temperature of your fridge, place a thermometer inside a glass of water and leave this on the middle shelf for 12 hours or overnight.
This should then give you an accurate reading.
You should have a dial in your fridge which indicates power - this is usually measured from one to five, although it can vary.
For most models, the higher the number, the cooler your fridge will be. For example, choosing number five will make your fridge the coldest.
But again, this can vary - so be sure to Google your fridge model to be sure before you start fiddling with the settings.
As for your freezer, experts say the temperature should be at -18°C.
If you're fridge-freezer is old, chances are it might be time for a new model - and picking the right appliance could also save you cash in the long run.
Energy Saving Trust says you can save up to £15 a year in bills by using an A+++ rated fridge freezer, compared to an A+ fridge freezer.
The savings would be bigger than this is your current model is worse rated.
Here are some more tips from Energy Saving Trust when it comes to saving money through your fridge:
- Never put hot or warm food into a fridge or freezer
- Never leave the fridge door open unnecessarily
- Defrost food in the fridge instead of the microwave
- Keep your fridge works three-quarters full
- Defrost your fridge and freezer regularly
