How an empty freezer could be costing you money

Your fridge-freezer could account for 8.33% to 33.33% of your household electricity bill
How an empty freezer could be costing you money

Keeping the freezer properly defrosted and relatively full can improve its performance. 

There are some appliances we cannot turn off, use less or turn “down” safely, and that includes the fridge and freezer — it’s simply impossible. 

Depending on its age and cubic litres, your fridge/freezer could account for 8.33% to 33.33% of your household electricity bill. Keeping the freezer properly defrosted and relatively full, can improve its performance. 

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