Among the most common mistakes people make when buying a new fridge is choosing the wrong size. You need to know exactly how much space is available to fit the refrigerator between other appliances or against the wall and how much ceiling clearance you have to fit the height of the new refrigerator.

Choosing an appropriately-sized fridge is important. If the appliance is too small, it will offer less functionality. If it's too large, it might not even fit your space. Before buying a refrigerator, measure the dimensions of the area where you plan to place the unit. Shop refrigerators by size by factoring the height, width, depth and storage capacity of both the space you have available and the refrigerator itself to find an appropriate fit.