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

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.

How to restore elasticity to the refrigerator seal