refrigerator efficiency after 10 years?

Answer 1

The efficiency of an older refrigerator depends on a number of factors. The first is how efficient it was when it was new--obviously, it's never going to get any more efficient. Was it an energy-efficient applicance when new, or just an ordinary run-of-the-mill energy hog? If the coils have been allowed to collect dust and grime over the years, its efficiency will have decreased. Also, the seals on the door can age with time and contribute to declining efficiency. If you suspect that the efficiency has declined, inspect your coils and seals. You can clean your own coils at little or no cost, and replacement door seals are cheap.

But keep in mind that refrigerator technology has improved tremendously over the past five years. Chances are that you could buy a new energy-star refrigerator that would save you so much money on energy costs, that the payback for replacing even a working refrigerator that's more than 5 years old would come in just a couple of years. If there's any doubt at all, get rid of your 10 year old fridge now (and completely prevent any chance that the older fridge will fail in the future) and replace it with a new energy star model.

Answer 2

Efficiency of appliances has improved in the past ten years. But if properly maintained, kept clean (the coils), and the seals are good, it should still be nearly as efficient as the day it was new. You could check the voltage drawn by the fridge, a high draw would indicate lower efficiency.

Answer 3

I purchased a 2000sf home in south florida four years ago that had a 2nd frig in the gargae.It was a side by side unit that is at least 10 years old if not older. For the most part I monitor my electric usage on a day to day basis other wise it can get out of control. Scheduling sprinklers,pool pumps and AC for Non peak hours and so on. Well my 2nd frig in the gargae died last week and I have noticed a 10Kw reduction in usage per day since.

Answer 4

i know refrigerators that still run smoothly after 10 years. check the maintenance done so far. check the compressor if it is too rusted. are the tubings neat and clean? if untidy and you have an unusually high electricity consumption, you may need to replace the unit.

Answer 5

i have a non-frostfree with good seal that i bet is more efficient than any new frostfree today.has defrosting instructions.thing must be 20 years old. i like to feel the coil on the back when it gets hot!

Answer 6

well u can say that again to my mom's ref!its a national refridgerator brand and they bought it on the same year my older sister was born,1976.they already had changed the body and rubber closure due to rust and 'old age'but the engine is still working,we are still using it!(its even older than me!)i guess it depends on the way u use it.proper maintenance helps.

Answer 7

put it in the garage for overflow. If not you should replace it and save about 30-40 on electric a month.

Answer 8

well if it is a good old fridge it could still be as good as the day u got it, so it depends on the fridge

Answer 9

is go down day by day