Freezers and refrigerators work 24/7 to keep your food fresh, and parts can fail from wear and tear. The warning signs a freezer gives off depend on the component, but our appliance service technician can spot the cause. A well-maintained freezer keeps the proper temperature and has no ice buildup to keep your food safe.
1. Frost Buildup Inside the Freezer
Frost and ice buildup near the back of your freezer could mean the defrost heater, timer, or thermostat is failing. Frost or ice buildup near the front of your freezer could mean cold air is escaping and warm air is entering. Something may block the door from closing, or damage to the rubber gasket prevents a seal.
2. Water Leaking From the Freezer
There are several reasons why water is leaking from your freezer on the floor. Ice could block your freezer’s defrost drain and force water to drip through the small openings behind the freezer. Ice buildup on the evaporator coils or the condensation pan overflowing are two other common reasons for water leaking from your freezer.
3. Strange Noises Coming From the Freezer
Your freezer makes different noises between evaporative fans, defrost cycles, and ice makers. You may notice an out-of-place sound since you hear your freezing working daily. An out-of-place sound could mean an issue with one of the mechanical components, but our appliance service technician can find the problem.
4. The Freezer Is Too Cold
The evaporator coils circulate cold air but can freeze over if there’s an issue with your freezer. The air would be colder without the circulation, and food would begin spoiling faster. The wrong thermostat setting and damaged rubber gasket can also cause your freezer to be colder.
5. The Freezer Is Too Warm
If your freezer is too warm, a damaged gasket could allow warm air into the freezer. The thermostat may also be the issue, but you can try resetting it to see if it fixes it. Frozen food can block the vent, which makes it harder for the freezer to circulate the cold air and raise your energy bill.
6. The Compressor in the Freezer Is Always Running
Your freezer is on 24/7, but the compressor should be mostly silent. The compressor comes on if the temperature is over the thermostat settings but shuts off after the cooling cycle. Damage to the door gasket, ice buildup, or food blocking the vents are common reasons, but it could also be a symptom of a broken mechanical component.
7. The Freezer Door Won’t Seal
The gasket is the seal around the freezer door to keep the cold air inside and the warm air outside. Your freezer may have trouble staying cold, or the door may not fully shut if there’s damage to the gasket. Check the entire surface of the gasket for any bends or tears in the rubber that cause it to fail.
Freezers and refrigerators are some of your home’s most important large appliances. Understand the problems and spot the warning signs before a complete breakdown. If you have any questions about freezer repairs in Chattanooga, TN, call us at Signature Appliance to schedule a service today.
