Frost Only on the Top Shelf: Symptoms of Restricted Air Channels
When frost builds up only on the top shelf of a freezer, something deeper is often at play. Most freezers work by circulating cold air through internal ducts. If those ducts get blocked or restricted, airflow becomes uneven. That’s when frost can start forming in strange places, like the top shelf only. This post breaks […]
Fridge Randomly Shuts Off: Testing the Temperature Control Board
When a fridge suddenly stops running, it usually throws off your entire kitchen routine. One moment, everything seems fine. The next, it’s warm inside, and food starts to spoil. While power issues and dirty coils often come to mind first, there’s another part worth checking—especially when the problem is random. That’s the temperature control board. […]
Fridge Makes Clicking Sounds Every Few Minutes — Overload Protector Trips
When a refrigerator starts clicking every few minutes, it usually signals trouble with one of the core electrical components. The clicking sound often comes from the overload protector, which switches the compressor on and off when there’s a power or temperature imbalance. Left unresolved, this issue can lead to food spoilage and permanent compressor failure. […]
Evaporator Fan Failures That Cause Uneven Cooling
Why the Evaporator Fan Matters When we look inside a refrigerator, the fan is not something most people notice, but it has one of the most important roles. The evaporator fan pushes cold air from the coils into the fresh food and freezer areas. Without that steady movement, temperatures can swing wildly, and food can […]
Why Frost Buildup Inside Freezers Reduces Cooling Efficiency
Freezers are meant to keep our food fresh and safe, but frost can quietly work against that goal. When we notice a layer of ice forming inside, it might seem harmless or even expected. However, frost buildup is one of the main reasons freezers lose their efficiency. It increases energy use, weakens cooling performance, and […]
Signs of a Faulty Start Relay in Fridge Compressor Failures
When a fridge stops cooling properly, many people assume the compressor is dead. However, that is not always the case. In many situations, it is the start relay that is causing the issue. We see this problem often, and it can lead to unnecessary compressor replacements if not diagnosed correctly. The start relay helps the […]
Fridge Compressor Not Kicking In? Try Testing the Start Relay
What Happens When the Fridge Compressor Won’t Start? When your fridge seems to be running but the internal temperature is rising, it’s often a sign the compressor is not turning on. Therefore, the food inside starts to spoil quickly even though the light and fan might still be working. In other words, this problem is […]