Put a paper towel in the refrigerator: your bill will go down without you even knowing it.

Ouadie Rhabbouron

Have you ever had that moment of panic when you opened an electricity bill that was much higher than expected? You're careful everywhere, you turn down the heating, you switch off the lights… and yet, the meter seems to be going haywire. What if one of the culprits was hiding right under your nose, in the kitchen, without you even suspecting it?

Why the refrigerator contributes significantly to the electricity bill

We don't always think about it, but the refrigerator is one of the most energy-intensive appliances. This makes sense: it runs 24/7, without ever taking a break. At the slightest anomaly, it redoubles its efforts to maintain the correct temperature, which directly impacts your electricity consumption.

An incorrect setting, a lack of maintenance, or a simple, unseen detail can be enough to increase the bill. The good news? There are simple, inexpensive, and accessible solutions for everyone to regain control without investing in a new device.

The paper towel trick for detecting energy loss

This is a trick that's becoming increasingly popular, and for good reason: it's as simple as it is effective. Take a paper towel (or a regular sheet of paper) and place it between the refrigerator door and the seal. Then close the door.

If the sheet slides or comes off easily, it means the seal is no longer completely airtight. As a result, warm air enters, cold air escapes, and the refrigerator has to work harder to compensate. This is far from ideal, both for your energy bill and for proper food preservation.

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