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I just moved to the Phoenix area, and I was planning on putting my somewhat small freezer in the garage. One neighbor said that was a terrible idea...that the heat of the garage in the summer would keep that running almost constantly, and burn it out quickly. Another neighbor said that would be no problem, they're built to withstand those types of conditions. So, who's right?
Do you want advice from the guy who has already lost a freezer full of meat because theirs died in the AZ heat, or would you like advice from those who haven't had that happen yet? I think that's who your choices are, in your post.
Regardless... Get a freezer alarm that will sound if it dies.
I just moved to the Phoenix area, and I was planning on putting my somewhat small freezer in the garage. One neighbor said that was a terrible idea...that the heat of the garage in the summer would keep that running almost constantly, and burn it out quickly. Another neighbor said that would be no problem, they're built to withstand those types of conditions. So, who's right?
Is your garage insulated or remotely climate-controlled like the rest of your house? If so, it's another room that happens to have a really really big door. The size and quality of the freezer probably matter too. I wonder if a larger freezer might have an easier time as there's more frozen mass to stabilize what the thermostat is monitoring.
A freezer WILL run more in Phoenix than in Anchorage thanks to ambient temps, so you'll be spending more money on the power bill. Bot the longevity? I've had to give away my old freezer because it simply wouldn't die (ran it 2 years in Flagstaff when new, then several other states for another 20 years with the last being 7 years in Georgia, outside). You're not likely to "burn it out".
I'd keep it inside if possible, just for the cost savings on electricity... but if you're on solar/off grid maybe that's not a concern. Or if you don't have an option, then what does it matter?
I think you may be surprised that it does not run as much as everyone expects, new refrigerators and freezers are much beter insulated than they used to be. Energy Star did something good for us. Put it out there and let it run, the freezer alarm mentioned is a good idea for any freezer
I have a large walk-in closet adjacent to the garage. I can hire an electrician to run a regular plug to the walk-in closet, thus eliminating the issue.
I just moved to the Phoenix area, and I was planning on putting my somewhat small freezer in the garage. One neighbor said that was a terrible idea...that the heat of the garage in the summer would keep that running almost constantly, and burn it out quickly. Another neighbor said that would be no problem, they're built to withstand those types of conditions. So, who's right?
The older freezers built more than 25 years ago used to last longer and withstand abuse from heat. Today, the new freezers are very cheaply-built, and you'll be lucky to get even 2-3 years use without breaking down now.
The new freezers made in China today are now recommended for indoor house use.
I've had to give away my old freezer because it simply wouldn't die (ran it 2 years in Flagstaff when new, then several other states for another 20 years with the last being 7 years in Georgia, outside).
What brand was it? Some vintage freezers lasted for 50-60 years trouble-free.
I have a 35 year old freezer that's always been in the hot garage here in the Phoenix area. Never had a problem, doesn't do any constant running and the cost is minimal. Once a year I defrost it. These older freezers are probably better built than the new ones.
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