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How to Make More Room in Your Fridge

With more households switching over to a cleaner diet consisting of more fresh foods, the pantry is getting less crowded and the fridge is getting full. Using every inch of space available is key to achieving an organized refrigerator. The tips below will get things in order and help make more room.

Organize Items

To maximize space, organizing items in the fridge is key. Plastic storage bins are great because you can see through them in order to find the items you are looking for. They can be organized by food groups, or even lunch and dinner weekly meal plans. This makes packing lunches early in the morning or cooking quick meals on busy weeknights much more efficient.

Baskets can also be used to organize items, and they can be extra useful if they have handles so the baskets can be easily removed from the refrigerator for meal preparations. Plastic dividers placed in vegetable bins can maximize space by keeping items separated and neat.

Utilize Underused Space

Storing food on shelves or in bins is obvious, but you can also make use of underused space underneath those places. If your refrigerator has wire shelves, clip bagged items to the bottom of the shelf with binder clips or chip bag clips.

Under-shelf drawers are another great space-saving solution. These easily slide onto a plastic shelf, creating several more inches of useful space for storing items. An egg carton is another useful tool that can double as a condiment rack in the fridge door, keeping those bottles organized and eliminating clutter.

Seek Out a Professional

Calling a professional to service your refrigerator isn’t for just when you need a repair done. They can also help you create solutions to storage problems and make your appliance run more efficiently. One way they can assist you with freeing up more space is by installing or connecting an in-door water and ice dispenser. This will eliminate the need for water bottles and ice trays, thus allowing space for other items.

The professionals at Speedy Refrigerator Service can assist you with any type of repair that is needed. They have been servicing refrigerators in Long Island for over 75 years and are highly qualified. Contact them for any of your freezer or refrigerator repair needs in the Long Island area.

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What to Include in the Perfect Holiday Dinner

The holidays are fast approaching, and with them the perennial question: What will be on the dinner table this year? The centerpiece of ham, turkey, or roast beef is easy enough to decide upon — but choosing the proper sides and accouterments can be tricky. Here are a few tantalizing ideas that are sure to brighten any festive table this holiday season. Best of all, the preparation for these dishes can be done in advance, so it’s important to be sure the refrigerator is in good working order.

Cauliflower is the New Potato

While spuds will never go out of fashion — particularly around the holidays — cauliflower is a delicious, low-carb substitute. Separate a head into florets, then store them in the crisper until it’s time to start cooking. Roast the florets with a drizzle of high-quality olive oil, then toss them with pine nuts and minced herbs. Another option, particularly for those looking to “disguise” the cauliflower, would be to simply steam it, then mash with butter and cream.

Never Underestimate the Power of Relish

Versatile and eye-catching, relishes are a welcome addition to whatever meat is on the menu. For a turkey dinner, try a cranberry-orange relish in place of the usual canned sauce; for beef, a concoction of slow-cooked hot and sweet peppers works as a perfect complement. Mint, of course, is a natural partner for lamb, while a mustard-apple combination balances out the smokiness of ham. All of these can be made up to a week in advance.

Pies and Puddings

Rich eggnog custard, plum pudding, pumpkin pie — what would the holidays be without these seasonal favorites? This year, try branching out and preparing a pumpkin chiffon pie with amaretto-gingersnap crust, or make a chocolate bread pudding with salted caramel in place of the traditional cinnamon-raisin with whiskey sauce.

At Speedy Refrigerator Service, we understand the importance of keeping these works of art properly stored for optimum freshness. We service all makes and models of refrigerators and freezers in the Long Island area, and are available for same-day service 24 hours a day, seven days a week — including holidays. We also stock 99 percent of our parts on-premise, so we won’t be caught off-guard when it comes to getting your appliance back on track for that all-important celebration. So be sure to call Speedy Refrigerator Service for all your refrigerator repair needs, this holiday season and into the new year.

Why Your Fridge Looks Like It’s Sweating

A refrigerator that appears to be sweating could be a sign of trouble. Here are a few steps that you can take in order to determine the cause of the problem.

Interior Sweating Issues

Interior sweating can be caused by one of two problems. Check your owner’s manual for the recommended temperature setting. If the internal setting in your fridge is higher than the recommended setting, sweating can occur. Food that is constantly prone to higher temperatures will promote growth of mold. On the other hand, a temperature that is set too low can cause spoilage. The second problem can be a broken seal on the door. This type of trouble can be rectified by replacing the worn out seal. If you are unfamiliar with how to repair this problem, call a Long Island technician, like Speedy Refrigerator Service.

Exterior Sweating Issues

A refrigerator that is sweating on the outside is much more obvious than one that is sweaty on the inside only. The condensation from a faulty door seal could be allowing excess moisture to develop along the outside of the unit. Ignoring a sweaty fridge on the outside can cause water to collect around the unit and cause excess moisture to build along the floor. This will allow mold to grow in hidden crevices and bring damage to the surrounding floor. Replacement of the door seal should take care of the problem.

When to Call for Long Island Repair

Determining that you may have a faulty seal may not be the only problem that your refrigerator could have. Poor insulation or a faulty heater are other common problems that could be causing the sweating. These are problems that can be pinpointed right away by a trained professional in the refrigeration service industry.

A refrigerator is a huge investment and it needs to be properly maintained. By understanding the reasons of trouble, you will have a better chance of extending its life. Call our qualified technicians in Long Island and stop the damage before it is too late for repair.

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How Avoid Freezer Burn

There’s nothing worse than saving a hearty pot roast for a rainy day, then taking it out to thaw, only to find it is discolored and unappetizing — it’s suffered from the dreaded freezer burn. While this is not typically dangerous, we all know it’s highly unappetizing. Avoid freezer burn by keeping the water in the meat and keeping the oxygen out. 

Don’t Skimp on Your Freezer Bags

A regular old zip bag isn’t going to do the trick here, folks! Always buy freezer grade bags; and while there are great value brands out there, springing for a name brand will probably cost less than replacing the freezer burnt meat in your freezer. It also helps to wrap the contents in wax paper or plastic wrap before inserting it into the zip bag. Another little trick is to make sure the bag is not too large for its contents and to rotate items in the freezer regularly.

Use a Vacuum Sealer

A vacuum sealer has essentially the same effect as wrapping and bagging your frozen items; it just happens to be a little bit more effective. This is particularly because the exposure to air inside the bag is minimized, preventing sublimation at a higher level.

Invest in Freezer Repair

Even with the best packaging, you might still find freezer burn if your freezer isn’t up to the task! Keep a thermometer in your freezer if you suspect it might be the culprit of your freezer burnt dinners: if the inside rises above zero degrees Fahrenheit, it is likely that it is not preventing freezer burn at all. With the too-high temperature, water will melt and refreeze on the food products, creating that nasty and unappetizing look that we know to be freezer burn.

For the best freezer repair on Long Island and in Queens, trust the experts at Speedy Refrigerator Service for help. We’ve been serving Long Island and NYC for 75 years, so you can trust us with your repair needs. For more information or to schedule a service, call us at 866-782-9376.

 

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Pros and Cons of a French Door Refrigerator

French door refrigerators are becoming more and more popular in kitchens across America, and for good reason. This style of refrigerator offers many benefits to homeowners, beyond just being visually appealing. However, no appliance is perfect, which is why there are definitely pros and cons of a French door refrigerator.

Pros

Easier Access to Food

Since you have the option of opening just one side of your refrigerator, you can find the food you’re looking for more quickly, especially since French door refrigerators have wider shelves and bigger door bins for better storage and access.

More Top Shelf Space

Since they’re so wide, French refrigerators give you a lot more room for food storage, especially on the top shelf. Most models also let you change the height of the top shelf, allowing for even better storage.

A Deeper Freezer Drawer

If you’re big on boxed freezer items, a French door refrigerator is definitely a good choice for you. The freezer drawer offers deep storage space and often also has a chiller drawer, with an easy adjusting temperature to cool specific foods, such as deli platters and ice cream.

Cons

Not Good for Small Kitchens

Since French door refrigerators are so wide, you may have a hard time fitting into a space if your kitchen is on the smaller side. They take up more room than traditional two door refrigerators, so this is something you’ll need to account for when deciding what model to purchase.

Higher Energy Usage

French door refrigerators offer a lot more features, which typically means they use more energy. Higher energy usage can increase your utility bills, and potentially lead to more repairs.

No matter what style refrigerator you have, if you’re in need of refrigerator or freezer repairs, call the experts at Speedy Refrigerator Service for help. We’ve been serving Long Island and NYC for 75 years, so you can trust us with your repair needs. For more information or to schedule a service, call us at 866-782-9376.