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Appliances

Check Refrigerator Door Seals

EASY10 minAppliancesPart of Summer Maintenance

Why It Matters

A loose refrigerator seal lets cold air escape constantly, running up your electric bill and making the compressor work overtime.

Quick Guide

  1. 1

    Gather your tools and materials

    You'll need: basic tools. Materials required: necessary materials.

  2. 2

    Perform the check refrigerator door seals

    Close the door on a dollar bill - if it slides out easily, the gasket needs cleaning or replacement.

  3. 3

    Verify and clean up

    Check that the work was completed correctly and clean up your workspace.

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