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ppart/iStock/Getty Images. The refrigerator is one of the most vital appliances in your kitchen because it keeps your food fresh. Unfortunately, most refrigerators don't last forever; you can expect one to function properly for an average of 13 years, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
Perishable food in a refrigerator lasts about four hours without power, as long as the door is kept closed. Opening the door lets some of the cold escape and increases the temperature in the fridge, so keep it closed as long as possible.A refrigerator thermometer helps you keep an eye on the temperature.reezer. Items stored in a freezer compartment will last longer than in the fridge because the temperature is cooler and the items have been frozen. A freezer that's full may keep food cool enough to be safe for 24 hours. Freezer food that thaws to above 40 degrees Fahrenheit for more than two hours should be discarded.