Having a way to store food is essential for saving money and reducing food waste. Frozen foods don’t spoil quickly, which makes freezing a great option for food storage. You can cook large meals and freeze them into serving-size containers or freeze leftovers so that you don’t have to worry about eating them within a few days. You just need ample freezer space.

Most refrigerators, unfortunately, have somewhat limited freezer sections, so a standalone home freezer can make a big difference. With the space provided by a separate freezer, you can store more and save money by buying frozen foods in bulk or stocking up when there is a sale. This means a chest freezer or upright freezer is a wise choice for many households.

If you need to organize many smaller items, like frozen pizzas and single-serving meals, an upright freezer with plenty of flexible shelving can provide the perfect food storage arrangement. Alternatively, if you want to freeze large or bulky goods—the Thanksgiving turkey, meat from hunting or a whole salmon from a fishing trip—you will probably want to shop for a chest freezer. Since the garage is a popular place to install these home freezers, there are many garage-ready freezers available.

The other thing you may think of in relation to a freezer is ice. Traditionally, ice cubes can be made in ice trays in the freezer, but many people find it more convenient to have some form of an ice machine. For regular household use, you may choose a refrigerator with an ice maker, but if you need a large supply of ice for entertaining or for creating iced coffee, iced tea, smoothies or blended drinks, you probably want to invest in a dedicated ice maker.

Ice makers can be large or small. You can set up a portable or countertop ice maker for a party. You could also install a built-in ice maker beside the beverage fridge or wine cooler behind a home bar, or you could place a freestanding ice maker in the garage for use during barbecues and pool parties.

If you need help installing your new home ice maker or setting up a deep freezer in your basement or garage, you can always rely on Best Buy’s appliance delivery and installation service. Simply schedule a service appointment through the website, and Best Buy’s appliance installation professionals will handle all the heavy lifting for you.