Refrigerator Repair
SERVICE OVERVIEW
A refrigerator is one of the most-common electric appliance in our homes
today. And just like any other similar appliance, it has a life span.
There comes a time when your refrigerator that once worked optimally
begins degenerating. The decline in its performance could be caused by
the mere fact of use and overuse.
However, there are certain issues that might make your refrigerator to perform below par and if not checked with the urgency it deserves, the appliance may break down all together. In this post, we shall have a look at some of these issues with a view to informing you on where to look in case you experience such hiccups and need a refrigerator repair expert.
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5 Most Common Refrigerator Issues
This problem may be caused by a variety of reasons. It could be due to a faulty temperature control thermostat which can be detected by turning the knob to its highest setting and watching out for a ‘click” sound.
Another possible cause of this problem is defective temperature control-board. And while the thermostat is easier repaired than replaced, a defective temperature control-board may have to be replaced altogether. And this where you would need professional refrigerator repair assistance.
Frost build-up inside the freezer is often caused by cracked door seals that allow warm and moist air into the refrigerator. Another problem could be a malfunction in the appliance’s defrost sensor.
Evidently, these are technical issues that an ordinary homeowner might not be able to fix by themselves. Therefore, calling a qualified refrigerator repair expert is your best bet out of these nasty glitches in your appliance.
A broken ice-maker can be resolved by troubleshooting. Before anything else, ensure all valves to water supply are shut off. You then drag the fridge from the wall, and inspect it against any tears in the water supply-line.
Ensure the water inlet-valve is open and check if there are any debris in the water filter. A qualified refrigerator repair expert will help determine whether it needs replacement or not.
This is the direct opposite of the problem highlighted above. Generally, a refrigerator is expected to operate between temperature ranges of 37 and 41 degrees. There are various steps you can use to solve this problem. First, you will need to ascertain that the appliance actually receives power.
This can be established if the light in the refrigerator turns on upon opening the door. The next step is adjusting the thermostat, followed by unblocking the vents that allow free flow of cold air into the appliance. Last but not least, you will need to vacuum the coils located behind or under the refrigerator so as to maximize the cooling effects.
It is important to note that even after taking these steps, the appliance might still not work properly due to more complex issues like broken condenser or evaporator fan. Here’s where you would need professional refrigerator repair to help with the replacement and any further repairs.
You may have moved homes and discover that the appliance that was working alright is now unable to run. It is important to remember that a refrigerator should always be transported in an upright position.
This is because if slanted, the lubricant may escape from its compressor and into the cooling-pipes. So, running it immediately after having been in a slant position may cause permanent damage to the compressor.