The most common problem with refrigerators is when the unit cycles (or runs) too often. The refrigerator must run to maintain food temperatures. It can also be noisy. The refrigerator is one the most energy-intensive appliances in a home. This will make your energy bill go up.
A refrigerator repair will usually cost less than a brand new fridge. In no time, your appliance will be up and running again. Repair costs will vary depending on what problem your refrigerator has and which parts are needed to fix it. Costs can also be affected by the labor rates in your area. Here are some examples to illustrate the average cost of living:
You may find that the drain pan in the refrigerator's bottom is so full of water that it has started to leak out. The drain pan should be cleared of any water. After the drain pan has been removed, wash it with warm soapy water and a soft towel. Do not use abrasives. Use mild bleach solutions of 1:10 bleach to warm hot water if the drain pan smells or has mold spots. Before replacing the drain pan, rinse it and dry it. Is your refrigerator making a noise? Yes, refrigerators do make sounds. Normal sounds include ice clattering in the storage bin, and the refrigerant hissing across lines. Even refrigerators that are brand new can make noises.
You can use mild bleach, 1:10 bleach and warm water to clean the drain pan. Make sure you rinse the pan and dry it before replacing it. Your refrigerator makes a sound? Yes, refrigerators do make sounds. The sounds of ice falling into storage bins and refrigerant hissing along lines are normal and expected. Even new refrigerators make sounds.
A refrigerator that cycles or runs too often is one of the most common problems. Refrigerators need to be running in order to keep food cool. A refrigerator that is constantly running can cause a lot of noise. It will also increase your energy bills as the refrigerator is the most powerful appliance in your home.
If the refrigerator is less then 10 years old, and the repair costs are less than half of the cost of buying new refrigerators, it is more economically to repair the refrigerator. It is almost always worth it to fix a refrigerator under 5 years old, because it will likely last many more years.
E&J Appliance, a leader in refrigerator repair, has local service technicians who are highly skilled and trained to fix any refrigerator. Our technicians have repaired over a million refrigerators in the last year. We are your most reliable choice for refrigerator repairs, regardless of brand or location.