When Your Fridge Light Works but Cooling Doesn’t: What to Check

If your fridge light turns on but the temperature inside keeps rising, you are dealing with one of the more frustrating appliance problems homeowners face. JAY Appliance Repair sees this issue regularly, and the good news is that several causes are identifiable before calling a technician. A working light tells you the fridge has power […]
Strange Noises from Your Freezer What They Usually Point To

Strange Noises from Your Freezer What They Usually Point To If your freezer has started making unusual sounds, you are not alone — and you should not ignore it. Strange freezer noises are one of the most common reasons homeowners reach out to JAY Appliance Repair for help. A freezer making odd sounds often signals […]
Fridge Fan Running but No Air Circulation

When a fridge fan is running but cold air is not moving, food can quickly lose freshness. This issue often feels confusing because the appliance sounds normal. However, poor air circulation means cooling is not reaching all compartments properly. At Jay Appliance Repair, this is one of the most common fridge problems seen in homes. […]
Why Your High-End Refrigerator Compressor Makes a Humming Sound

Why your high-end refrigerator compressor makes a humming sound is a common worry for many local families today. We understand that a noisy kitchen can be very annoying when you are trying to relax at home. Our team observes that modern refrigerators use variable-speed compressors that run much more often than older models. Because we […]
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 […]