Common Refrigerator Repair Issues

Refrigerators are one of the most important appliances in our homes, but they can also be one of the most frustrating. If your refrigerator is not working properly, it can cause a lot of problems, from food spoiling to your energy bill going up.

There are a few common refrigerator issues that can occur. Here are some of the most common ones:

• Refrigerator is not cooling. This is one of the most common problems that people have with their refrigerators. If your refrigerator is not cooling, it could be due to a number of problems, such as a faulty thermostat, a clogged condenser coil, or a problem with the evaporator fan.
• Refrigerator is freezing food. If your refrigerator is freezing food, it could be due to a thermostat that is set too low. It could also be due to a problem with the evaporator fan, which is not circulating air properly.
• Refrigerator is leaking water. If your refrigerator is leaking water, it could be due to a problem with the defrost drain. The defrost drain is located at the back of the freezer, and it is responsible for draining water that builds up during the defrost cycle. If the defrost drain is clogged, water will build up and leak out of the refrigerator.
• Refrigerator is making noise. If your refrigerator is making noise, it could be due to a problem with the condenser fan or the evaporator fan. The condenser fan is located at the back of the refrigerator, and it circulates air over the condenser coils. The evaporator fan is located inside the refrigerator, and it circulates air over the evaporator coils. If either of these fans are not working properly, they will make noise.
• Refrigerator is not working properly. If your refrigerator is not working properly, it could be due to a number of problems. If you have any of the problems listed above, or if you are not sure what is wrong with your refrigerator, it is best to call a professional appliance repair technician.

How to Fix Common Refrigerator Issues

If you are having problems with your refrigerator, there are a few things that you can do to try to fix the problem. Here are some tips:

• Check the thermostat. The thermostat is located inside the refrigerator, and it controls the temperature of the refrigerator. If the thermostat is not working properly, it can cause problems with the refrigerator cooling. To check the thermostat, unplug the refrigerator and remove the thermostat cover. If the thermostat is not working properly, you will need to replace it.
• Check the condenser coils. The condenser coils are located at the back of the refrigerator, and they are responsible for removing heat from the refrigerator. If the condenser coils are dirty, it can cause problems with the refrigerator cooling. To clean the condenser coils, unplug the refrigerator and remove the back panel. Use a brush to remove any dust or dirt from the condenser coils.
• Check the evaporator fan. The evaporator fan is located inside the refrigerator, and it circulates air over the evaporator coils. If the evaporator fan is not working properly, it can cause problems with the refrigerator cooling. To check the evaporator fan, unplug the refrigerator and remove the evaporator fan cover. If the evaporator fan is not working properly, you will need to replace it.
• Check the defrost drain. The defrost drain is located at the back of the freezer, and it is responsible for draining water that builds up during the defrost cycle. If the defrost drain is clogged, water will build up and leak out of the refrigerator. To clean the defrost drain, unplug the refrigerator and remove the back panel. Use a wire hanger to unclog the defrost drain.

If you are not able to fix the problem yourself, it is best to call us at 914-527-5055 or fill out our form here to schedule a visit.