Cold rooms kept running
Cold rooms in Al Sharafiyah
In Al Sharafiyah, central Jeddah, shops, restaurants and storage units depend on cold rooms to keep stock fresh. Alrabih's team diagnoses the temperature loss, then treats the evaporator, condensing unit, controller and door seal so the room holds its set point.
- Accurate diagnosis
- Clean evaporator
- Sealed door
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Organisations and companies that trusted Alrabih with their projects.
When your cold room needs attention
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Room not holding temperature
The temperature climbs slowly even though the unit keeps running, or the products inside are warmer than they should be. The cause could be the evaporator, condensing unit, refrigerant level or controller, and only a site check tells which.
- 2
Evaporator icing up and stopping
Ice builds on the evaporator until airflow stops and cooling fails. The cause is usually in the defrost circuit, its sensor or the evaporator fan. Jeddah's humid air speeds up icing when anything in that circuit is not working correctly.
- 3
Door letting cold air escape
A worn or deformed door seal lets warm humid air in, overloading the refrigeration unit and speeding up evaporator icing. If the door frame heater has failed, moisture builds on the frame and the door becomes hard to open.
Who it's for
Running a restaurant or central kitchen cold room
We check the evaporator, defrost circuit and door seal in your kitchen cold room and fix any fault before your food stock is put at risk.
Ask on WhatsAppOperating a freezer room in a warehouse or retail outlet
We find the cause of temperature loss in your freezer room, inspect the rooftop condensing unit, controller and alarm, and complete a full running test before we leave.
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What the service covers
- Evaporator check and clean
- Defrost circuit and sensors
- Door seal and frame heater
- Rooftop condensing unit inspection
- Controller and temperature alarm
How we work
How we work
- 1
Describe the fault
WhatsApp us what you see: the temperature showing on the controller, whether the unit is running or not, and the type of stock inside the room.
- 2
Site check and diagnosis
The technician checks the evaporator, condensing unit, defrost circuit, controller and door seal, then identifies the actual cause of the temperature loss before starting any work.
- 3
Repair and replacement
We fix what the diagnosis found: clean the evaporator, repair the defrost circuit, replace the seal or adjust the refrigerant charge to the type written on the unit nameplate.
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Test and handover
We run the room and watch the temperature until it reaches the set value, confirm the alarm and controller are working, then hand you a report of what was done.
Systematic maintenance or a quick temporary fix?
| Alrabih | The usual way | |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis | Root cause first | Symptom fixed only |
| Evaporator | Checked and cleaned | Ignored until it stops |
| Door seal | Checked, adjusted or replaced | Left until obviously leaking |
| Controller and alarm | Tested before leaving | Not checked |
| Post-visit report | Written record of work done | Verbal summary only |
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We come to you anywhere in Jeddah
From Al Shiraa and Al Yaqout in the north to Al Thaghr and Al Quraiyat in the south, with our base in Al Aziziyah.
What sets this district apart
Al Sharafiyah has a mix of older and mid-age commercial buildings with ground-floor shops, many housing small to medium cold rooms for food, beverages and medicines. The high humidity and constant heat in the commercial centre speeds up seal and coil wear, especially with daily door cycles, so leaks and excess condensation are common here and need quick attention before stock spoils.
Al Sharafiyah lies in central Jeddah's commercial zone, a busy district packed with varied shops, restaurants and small warehouses.
Cold rooms here typically range from 2 to 8 cubic metres, with condensing units mounted on building roofs or narrow rear walls.
The AC setup in Al Sharafiyah
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Medium cold rooms for restaurants and shops
Most cold rooms here are commercial mid-size (3 to 6 metres), with reliable outdoor condensing units and straightforward control systems.
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Outdoor units on roofs and rear walls
Narrow streets force outdoor units onto building roofs or rear walls rather than front facades.
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Mechanical and digital controllers
Most Al Sharafiyah rooms have either older mechanical thermostats or newer digital controllers depending on the room's age and investment level.
Before the visit
Before our visit in Al Sharafiyah
- 1
Coordinate with the shop or restaurant owner
Let us know a time that avoids working hours or delivery slots so stock is not compromised during our work.
- 2
Ensure outdoor unit access is clear
If the unit is on a roof or rear wall, make sure the path is safe and the access door is available for our team.
- 3
Show us any visible leaks or faults
If you see water under the room, unusual outdoor unit behaviour or strange noises, tell us before we arrive so we bring the right tools.
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FAQ
Questions about Cold rooms
Why does the temperature rise even though the unit runs all the time?
Continuous running does not mean correct operation. Common causes include a refrigerant leak that reduces the charge, heavy frost on the evaporator coil blocking airflow, or a fault in the rooftop condensing unit raising head pressure. A site survey identifies the actual cause before any work begins.
How do I know if the defrost cycle is working properly?
Clear signs of a defrost fault include thick frost covering the full evaporator coil, a gradual temperature rise while the unit keeps running, and water pooling on the floor instead of draining away. The check covers the heater element, the defrost sensor and the controller, as the fault can lie in any of these parts.
What does a preventive visit for a cold room cover?
A preventive visit covers a pressure check on the refrigeration circuit, cleaning the condenser and evaporator coils, inspecting door seals and frame heaters, testing the controller and alarm, and checking copper pipe connections. The aim is to find a developing fault before it affects the room temperature and the stock inside.
What is the difference between a preventive visit and a repair visit?
A preventive visit is carried out on a unit that is running normally: the purpose is inspection, cleaning and finding early signs of wear before they become a breakdown. A repair visit is requested when an actual fault appears, such as a rising temperature, a stopped compressor or excessive coil icing. Diagnosis comes first, then the required work is defined.
Does Jeddah's rooftop heat affect the condensing unit's performance?
Yes. In summer, Jeddah rooftop surfaces reach very high temperatures, which raises condensing pressure, stresses the compressor and reduces cooling capacity. Regular cleaning of the condenser coil to remove the dust and salt that cling to the fins is essential, not optional. A site survey determines whether the unit's position or the airflow around it is making the problem worse.
My restaurant's cold room in Al Sharafiyah is losing temperature fast, what could it be?
Common causes here are refrigerant leaks from coils due to high humidity, or door-seal wear from heavy daily cycling. We visit to diagnose the unit, coil, door and controller to pinpoint the fault.
The street outside my shop is very narrow, can you install the outdoor unit safely?
Yes, most Al Sharafiyah shops require the unit on the roof or rear wall instead of the street. We agree with you on the safest, most suitable spot before the visit.
Does Jeddah's humidity affect the cold room's performance?
Very much so. High humidity accelerates condensation on coils and doors, speeds up seal and controller wear, and raises rust risk. Regular cleaning and maintenance are essential here more than in dry zones.
Our building's power supply is unstable, does that affect the controller?
Yes, power fluctuations damage electronic controllers and break temperature readings. We check the wiring and connections, and recommend a voltage stabiliser to shield from failures.
