Fridge & freezer service in Al Asalah

In fridges with a back-wall evaporator, the air-circulation fan may have stopped or be blocked by ice, so cold air reaches the top shelf but does not spread down. The thermostat position or a blocked air duct can also cause this. The technician identifies the real cause on site because the answer varies by model.

Usually not. Frost build-up most often points to a fault in the automatic defrost cycle, such as the defrost heater, timer or thermal fuse, not a low refrigerant charge. A low charge shows as weak cooling and a hot compressor, not frost. The on-site check tells the difference clearly.

Many faults, including the fan, thermostat, drain and door seal, are fixed without emptying or moving the fridge. When a forced defrost is needed we ask you to move food off the shelves temporarily. We let you know this when we book the visit so you are ready.

There is no single rule that fits every unit, but we weigh the fridge's age, the cost and availability of the needed part, and the condition of the rest of the unit. If our technician judges that the repair cost does not justify the remaining life of the fridge, he says so clearly before any work begins.

Yes. A fridge is designed to work within a set ambient temperature range. When placed in a poorly ventilated kitchen or near a heat source, the compressor works harder than it was built for. This speeds up wear and raises electricity consumption. The technician checks the unit's position and the room ventilation as part of the diagnosis.

Yes, Al Asalah's intense heat forces the compressor to work harder cooling the outdoor coil. Regular cleaning of the exterior coils reduces compressor strain and extends the fridge's life.

Yes, we bring the necessary tools to service all fridges and freezers in the villa in one visit. Let us know how many units you have and where they are when you call.

Dust builds up on the outdoor condenser coils and reduces heat transfer, overloading the compressor. We clean these coils regularly to prevent faults and noise.

Water leaks usually from a blockage in the drain tube or frozen water in the drain channel in cooler weather. We clear the channel and ensure free water flow before restart.