The 5 worst things you can do to your fridge – these will drive up energy costs and result in pricey and regrettable repairs

Close up of fluted kitchen sink under-mounted with red counters and green shelves above the sink space. There is a SMEG white fridge in view to the left.

Your fridge is an essential part of your kitchen, but did you know doing certain things to it can supercharge the need for costly repairs, replacements and shorten its lifespan?

From over-filling to ignoring your condenser coils, here electricians and appliance experts share the five worst things you can do to your fridge, what to avoid, and how to swerve damaging your expensive, best refrigerator.