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Have maytag side by side stainless refrigerator the freexer does not get cold and now the refrigerator is warm to the unit is about 4 years old. I need an appliance repair person to fix them.
Nancy S
I have a GE side by side fridge with ice maker. It runs but does not cool in either side.
Karin M
Austin, Texas
City Appliance
Metcalfe Enterprises, LLC
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Refrigerator Repairs
It's not recommended that you attempt refrigerator repairs on your own. Most refrigerator repairs tend to involve complicated procedures that are left best to professionals. However, if you are very confident about your DIY repair skills, you can attempt some basic repairs. Make sure that you cut off all power supply to the refrigerator before attempting any repairs. Failure to do so can result in injuries that can be fatal. If your refrigerator refuses to run, confirm that it has stopped by checking the light inside, or the sound coming from the motor or fan. Make sure that the refrigerator is receiving power. You can check by plugging a lamp into the refrigerator's power outlet.
A refrigerator that cools inefficiently could be the result of a thick frost accumulation on the evaporator coil. Defrost the coils manually by turning off the thermostat, and leaving the doors open for about 48 hours. Once all the frost has melted away, you can set the thermostat back to normal again. If the refrigerator still doesn't cool properly, it could be because the condenser coils are covered with dust. To clean the condenser coils, turn the refrigerator off, and clean away any lint or dust by using a refrigerator condenser brush. In the case of a refrigerator that makes a lot of noise, the problem could be with the circulating fan that circulates air through the refrigerator compartments. Other sources of noise can be a compressor in which case, there are no compressor repairs that can be done to solve the problem, and replacement of the compressor may be your only option. Noise can also result from a defective defrost timer. Replace the timer, and you should be able to solve the problem.
You can minimize the need for refrigerator repairs by performing periodic maintenance. In case of a self defrosting refrigerator, remember to clean the drain pan at the bottom of the refrigerator regularly. The melted water collecting in the drain pan can lead to mold growth. Keep the coils of the refrigerator clean. You can find these behind or underneath the refrigerator. Make sure that the gaskets on the refrigerator door are sealed tight. To check if your refrigerator door gaskets are tight enough slip a piece of paper in between the door and the refrigerator, and close the door shut. Try to slip the paper out. If you can pull the paper out easily, then your gasket needs changing. To locate professional refrigerator repair services in Austin, simply fill out the form, and we will connect you with specialists who undertake repairs of all models of refrigerators, including Whirlpool refrigerator repairs, Amana refrigerator repairs, Kitchenaid refrigerator repairs, GE refrigerator repairs, Hotpoint refrigerator repairs and Frigidaire refrigerator repairs. Our specialists also undertake ice maker repair, compressor repair and other home refrigerator repairs.