Why Do Refrigerators Break?

Your refrigerator is undoubtedly one of the most important appliances in your kitchen - if not your entire home! Without it, milk will turn sour, food will spoil, and you will have to buy food again and again. Although they are designed to last a long time, refrigerators can break down and require repair. Keep reading to find out why refrigerators stop working and how to prevent it:

Old Age: Depending on the make, model, size and use of your refrigerator, it can last between 10 and 20 years. Like any other piece of equipment in your home, it is more likely to fail after a certain age. If your refrigerator has been gaining momentum over the years, it might be time to consider replacing it with a newer model.

Overflow: Your fridge is only designed to hold a certain amount of food at a time. Too much food puts extra stress on the engine-compressor which, as you will read below, results in faster failures.

Compressor motor problems: Your compressor motor can fail for one of two reasons. The first is associated with old age, and the second - with overheating. A broken compressor motor means your fridge won't stay cold and food can go bad.

Coolant leak: Speaking of not cooling, sometimes the coolant used to cool your device can cause a leak. The only way to solve this problem is to call a refrigerator repair specialist in Kiev. Your repairman will fix the source of the leak and then refill your refrigerator with the correct refrigerant.

How can I prevent refrigerator problems?

When it comes to breakdown, the good news is that it's fairly easy to prevent! Follow this tip and your refrigerator should last for years to come:

Never overload it: As we mentioned above, overloading a refrigerator can cause serious problems. Refer to the instruction manual for how many items in the refrigerator can be cooled at the same time. When in doubt, store fewer items than you think.

Clean the Coils: The cooling coils behind your refrigerator keep the refrigerant circulating through the unit and need a little TLC from time to time. Get in the habit of brushing the coils to get rid of all the hair and debris behind the refrigerator. Don't want to clean yourself? Then just give our team a call! We can quickly clean your coils and make sure your fridge is running at its best.

Set the right temperature: Setting a minimum refrigerator temperature may seem like the best way to keep food and drinks fresh, but it's not! Lowering the temperature too low puts additional stress on your appliance, which increases the chance of failure. Again, the instruction manual will list the correct temperature for your refrigerator and freezer.

Be sure to call our workshop if your refrigerator breaks down. Fast service and reasonable prices make us the leader in refrigerator repair.