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Refrigerator Not Cooling
Refrigerator feels warm, food is spoiling
Important: This issue may require prompt attention to prevent further damage or safety hazards. Call (781) 456-3468 for immediate assistance.
About This Problem
When your refrigerator stops cooling properly, it can lead to food spoilage and safety concerns. This is one of the most common and urgent refrigerator problems.
Possible Causes
- Dirty condenser coils restricting heat dissipation
- Faulty evaporator fan motor
- Defrost system malfunction causing ice buildup
- Thermostat not working properly
- Compressor failure
- Refrigerant leak
- Damaged door seals allowing warm air in
- Blocked air vents inside the unit
Things to Try First
- 1Check that the unit is plugged in and receiving power
- 2Verify the thermostat is set correctly (not accidentally turned off)
- 3Ensure vents inside the refrigerator are not blocked by food
- 4Clean the condenser coils if accessible
- 5Check that door seals are clean and making full contact
- 6Allow 24 hours after a power outage for temperatures to stabilize
When to Call a Professional
Contact a certified technician if you experience any of the following:
- Temperature doesn't improve after basic troubleshooting
- You hear clicking sounds from the compressor area
- Compressor runs continuously but doesn't cool
- You notice frost buildup on the back wall
- There's a chemical smell
Brands We Service
Our experienced technicians specialize in repairing this issue on:
Sub-ZeroVikingThermadorMiele
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