Refrigerator Repair Services

The refrigerator, or “fridge”, is undoubtedly one of the most useful appliances in a home. It effectively cools food items and enables users to properly store them as well.  We are able to preserve and prolong the life of meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables by placing them in refrigerator units. It is an indispensable kitchen appliance that humans can never live without.

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It is due to the crucial function of a refrigerator that homeowners panic when it suddenly breaks down. Although it is quite rare that refrigerator units experience technical problems, they do happen. In this occasion, most homeowners would instantly call on for professional help to solve their dilemmas. It is easy to contact a repair man to fix problems, but this also means shelling out a big sum of money in the process. The truth is, you can perform refrigerator repairs without any assistance. DIY refrigerator repairs are easy to do. In this article, we have listed the common refrigerator problems that we encounter from time to time. We also have supplied quick and effective repairs and solutions to these issues so you can skillfully resolve them right away.

Refrigerator Main Components and their Functions
In order to perform repair fixes on your computer, it is crucial that you have the ability to identify the different parts and crucial components of a standard refrigerator unit.

• Condenser Coil

The condenser cools down refrigerant liquid that passes through its coil system. It is also the part of your cooling system where the Freon undergoes extreme pressure levels. The process of cooling the refrigerant liquid causes the condenser coil to increase in temperature and heat up at times.

• Evaporator Coil

The evaporator coil handles the cool air that initially passes through the condenser coil. It sits right next to the condenser coil and functions as the primary absorber of heat carried by air traveling through the system. It is commonly called the freezing unit of the refrigerator.

Refrigerator Repair Precaution

Before starting on any repair activity, make sure that the refrigerator is unplugged from the main electrical outlet for safety reasons. If you own a capacitor-type refrigerator unit, make sure to turn off this component as well as its main function is to store electricity even when the unit is unplugged. This is to avoid receiving severe shock or electrocution while working with the different components of the refrigerator.

Always exercise caution and keep your hands dry and clean at all times.

Common Refrigerator Problems and Repair Solutions

• Icemaker problems

Are you unable to make ice cubes or are they simply too small for you to even use? A non-working icemaker may mean that your refrigerator’s water supply is suffering from some form of blockage. There are three trouble spots that need to be assessed to identify if your icemaker is indeed experiencing a blockage problem.

• Check the water inlet tube for ice

When water pressure is low within the icemaker unit, the inlet may end up being blocked with ice. In this situation, the flowing water freezer even before it reaches the icemaker. A quick fix to this problem is easy removal of ice from the inlet tube. You may not place the components back to their original place and check after a few hours if the icemaker returns to its normal function again.

• Check the saddle valve

If your refrigerator’s icemaker is directly connected to your home water supply, the needle hole within the valve may experience clogging issues from time to time. This type of problem is relatively easy to repair since you will only need to clear the blockage once you have identified the saddle valve.

• Check electric inlet valve

The electric inlet valve located at the back of the refrigerator unit turns the icemaker on and off. Before any replacement is performed, it is best to check that water is actually flowing to it. The water should first be turned off at the saddle valve and then disconnected from the supply tube from the inlet valve. To check water flow, hold the tube over a bucket, and then turn on the saddle valve back on again. If there is water running out of the valve, the problem lies in the inlet valve, which should then be replaced. After replacement, it is best to check for leaks before placing the refrigerator unit back to its original place.

Refrigerator Leakages

Not only do icemakers and water reservoirs create leakage problems. Condensation and melting ice may also cause your fridge to produce excess water, which in turn result in leakage under the refrigerator unit. Such leakages will create puddles of water in both inside and outside the refrigerator unit. Here are a few quick repairs that you can easily perform by yourself.

• Locate the source of leakage

Check the icemaker and water dispenser for leaks. If you identify a leak in the inlet valve, all you need to do to solve the problem is to tighten the compression nuts. Replacement is necessary if you identify leakage in the plastic or copper tubing.

• Level your refrigeration unit

A badly positioned and tilted fridge can result in water spillage out of the pan which sits directly underneath the unit. By simply leveling the fridge, you resolve the water leakage issue.

• Clean the drain tube unit

A clogged drain tube in the freezer area causes leakage into the refrigerator compartments below or even onto the floor. Unplug the drain tube by removing the cover panel first. You may also need to unscrew the floor panel as well. To melt any ice buildup in the drain tube, use a hair dryer. Remove the melted water and finally clean the drain hole.

Additional tip:

If your refrigerator needs any type of replacement of parts and unit, take note of the model number so you end up buying the right parts prior to repair. Your owner manual will also be able to help you in sourcing out the best locations to get replacement parts and spare units. Call us for help at ️(800) 657-0765 

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