Choosing your new Fridge Freezer – Energy Efficient products to save you money!

There are so many things to consider when buying a new fridge freezer and a very important factor to consider is the energy rating.

As fridges and freezers run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week they use more energy than most other appliances in the home. Therefore, it is really important to buy an energy efficient product to save you money and to help cut carbon dioxide emissions. Energy saving recommended fridges and freezers can save up to 60% compared to older models. Therefore, always try to look for the energy saving recommended logo:

and look carefully at the energy rating label on the product:

Try to choose one that is ‘A’ or ‘A’+ rated – click here for products.

You can also do your bit in your kitchen to help your fridge freezer work more efficiently:

Do not place hot/warm items in the fridge or freezer – wait for them to cool first

Make sure your fridge and freezer sections are at the right temperature – read your instruction manual to find out the optimum temperature and stick to it!

Make sure there is some space in your fridge and freezer at the sides and back – clear out those old jars that lurk at the back!

Try not to stand there with the door open looking for inspiration for dinner – this let’s all the cold air out and makes the appliance work harder

Try to place your fridge freezer away from the cooker or boiler and away from direct sunlight

Top energy-efficient manufacturers include:

Bosch

Indesit

Liebherr

Siemens

Smeg

Hotpoint