Fridge Repair
4 Tips For Keeping your GE Fridge Fresh
Nobody wants a smelly fridge, yet almost everyone has dealt with some odd odor lingering in their refrigerator. It’s important that nothing has gone bad in your fridge, especially since you are keeping food in there that you will be eventually eating.
If you’ve found another issue that is keeping you from preserving your food, let the licensed and experienced technicians at Repair Care in Toronto a take care of your GE Fridge Repair. Give us a call now as we are open everyday and will guarantee same-day, convenient service.
Clean the entire fridge
The first step may sound unappealing, but it is definitely important. Dispose of anything that you won’t eat in the next few days, or anything that’s already gone bad. If you want to save energy, unplug your fridge and put the remaining food (from the fridge and freezer) in a cooler full of ice. Take the time to scrub all the shelves, drawers, and all other surfaces in the fridge. You never know where food may have gotten as you store your groceries.
Stay natural
It’s probably best not to use dangerous chemicals in a place where food is stored. Fortunately, there are natural cleaning solutions that are safe around food. A safe solution can be made using half a cup of baking soda in a sink of warm water. A half and half solution of white vinegar and water can really help eliminate odor and make that fridge shine.
Other ways to get rid of odors are to put in a tray of baking soda on a cookie tray. Additionally, a dish of dried coffee grounds, oats, and even charcoal briquettes can help take the smell away.
Use airtight containers
Don’t store Chinese takeout or burgers in their cardboard containers or leave leftovers open. By storing everything in airtight containers, this helps your food last longer and fresher. Airtight containers also trap odors inside and prevent a mix of odd smells from blending and producing a more awful smell.
Keep track of leftovers
If you are having trouble remembering when you stored your leftovers, you can label and date leftovers. You’ll know exactly when your food was packed, and you’ll know for sure whether it’s good to eat or needs to be thrown away.
Keep fresh foods visible
Keep your fresh produce on the top shelf so you’ll see them every time you check your fridge. By tucking them away in drawers, you may end up forgetting them, resulting them in going bad. This way, you’ll be aware of what to eat before foods go bad.
Air Filters
Some fridges are compatible with air filters that help neutralize odors and supply a fresh flow of air into your fridge. Be sure to change your air filter at least twice a year.
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3 Things That Are Causing A Noise in your GE Fridge
Is your noisy GE Fridge driving you nuts? It’s definitely a good idea to fix the problem, as it may also be hindering your refrigerator’s efficiency! Learn how and where the noise is coming from to keep your fridge maintained to the best of it’s performance.
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Condenser Fan Motor
Many frost-free fridges come with a fan cooled condenser coil. The condenser coil removes heat and circulates air over the drain pan to keep the defrost water evaporating. The cause of a noisy refrigerator could be a noisy condenser fan motor. Additionally, this can cause your fridge to run inefficiently as it may not be staying as cold and could be turning on and off on a frequent basis.
The condenser fan motor can be found at the bottom and rear of the fridge. After disconnecting the power, remove the rear access panel to inspect the fan. Look for any debris or objects that could be obstructing the fan. If the fan is not free to move, air won’t be able to flow through the fridge. To keep your fridge running efficiently, vacuum the area frequently and check on the motor routinely. If there is visible damage in the fan motor, rubber mounting grommets, or fan blades, they should all be replaced by a licensed technician.
Evaporator Fan Motor
The evaporator fan motor pulls air over the evaporator coils when the compressor is running. If the loud noises are coming from the freezer, a malfunctioning evaporator motor could be the problem. Other signs that point to this issue are a warmer than normal fridge and that ice is freezing much slower. The evaporator fan motor can be found in the freezer compartment. After unplugging the fridge, remove the evaporator fan cover to inspect the motor. If you see ice or frost causing the noise, a defrost problem is the cause. If the fan blade isn’t secure or is visibly damaged, it should be replaced.
Evaporator Fan Grommet
This component separates the mounting bracket and motor and it also reduces noises caused by vibrations. Over time, the grommets can become worn out or detached, which can cause the noise issue. Before accessing the grommets, the fridge appliance should be turned off and unplugged. The grommets can be inspected through the evaporator fan to figure out if they are the root of the problem.
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How to Store Food Properly in Your GE Fridge
Did you open your fridge to find your food has gone bad?
You might be thinking that your GE fridge needs to be repaired, but after checking you find that it’s perfectly fine. So what could the problem be? Well, often the biggest problem with most appliances comes from improper use. In this case, the problem is likely not because of an issue with your fridge, but rather from not storing your food properly. Improper storage is the most common cause of food going bad.
If you find that you do need a repair, give Repair Care a call. We can determine exactly what the problem is, and get it fixed for you before dinner! Here are some tips to keeping your food, and your GE fridge, fresh longer.
Dairy
Dairy can be tricky to store properly, as there are a lot of different types, and they each have different storage requirements. Keep hard cheeses in the original wrapping until you need to use them; once the package has been opened, you can wrap it up with saran wrap to keep it fresh.
Leave liquid dairy, such as milk, cream, sour cream, yogurt and cottage cheese, in the original packaging. When you go to use them, take a little bit out and put them in a separate container. Don’t return any unused dairy to the original container. Instead, cover the used dairy with plastic wrap, or place in a separate storage container; this will keep the dairy still in the original packaging fresh.
Meat, Poultry, and Fish
You need to keep all of your fresh meat, poultry, and fish in their original wrapping. Before meat is cooked, it is more likely to pick up harmful bacteria that can make you incredibly sick. Keep your meat and similar foods in their packaging to decrease the risk of them making contact with bacteria.
Most often they come in a wrapped styrofoam tray, but if they don’t, either wrap them securely in a plastic storage bag, or place them on a plate to catch their drippings and secure tightly with saran wrap to keep bacteria out. This will also help keep any bacteria already on the meat in, so that it won’t be transferred to other food.
Fruits and Vegetables
While washing your produce is a good idea, don’t wash your fruit and vegetables prior to putting them in the fridge. The dampness left over can actually make them mold and rot faster. Instead, wash them right before use. Fruits and vegetables give off different gases that can cause other ones to deteriorate faster, so apples should be stored together, and separately from oranges, carrots, and whatever else you have in your fridge.
Some fruits and vegetables are more likely to dry out faster than others. These include apples, pears, apricots, plums, blueberries, strawberries, corn, tomatoes, corn, and green beans. To keep them fresh longer, store them in unsealed plastic bags; this maintains moisture, but also allows air to circulate.
Leftover Food
Any leftover food needs to be stored in leakproof, airtight containers. Some bacteria can survive through the cooking process and continue to grow if left at room temperature long enough; put your leftover food into the fridge immediately after your done eating to avoid this. Food can last up to 2 hours after being cooked before the bacteria can begin to germinate. If you own a newer GE refrigerator, you shouldn’t have to wait for the food to completely cool down before storing it; the fridge should be able to handle the heat and adjust itself accordingly.
You should remove leftover food in cans into plastic storage containers; when a can is opened, it can transfer residual metal on the rim to other food in your fridge ,giving it a metallic taste. Just like with produce, different types of leftover food shouldn’t be stored together. For example, don’t put cooked vegetables with meat, but instead separate them into different containers. You should also make sure that you don’t fill your fridge too much. The air inside needs to be able to circulate to keep the food at a safe temperature, which it can’t do if the fridge is too full.
All Food
You need to make sure that you use up all of the food in your fridge by their “best before” date. While your GE fridge will keep your food fresh longer, food is still going to go bad eventually. Using the food and getting it out of the fridge before the expiry date will ensure that it doesn’t rot in your fridge, which can leave bad smells and affect the other food in your fridge. It will also clear up room in your fridge so that it has room to properly circulate air. Try keeping the food that is going to expire sooner near the front of the fridge so that you’ll see it and remember to use it.
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3 Common Fridge Problems You Can Fix
Is your broken down Samsung fridge making your nervous? You’re not alone.
It’s easy to panic when an appliance breakdown, but often these problems are minor and can be easily fixed. Sit back and read these 3 common fridge problems. The best part? Most fridge repairs are simple, quick, and very cost-effective!
If you need help or your repair is a little too much to handle, give Repair Care a call. We have years of experience repairing Samsung fridges, and can get your fridge running smoothly again ASAP. We proudly service Calgary and all surrounding areas.
Freezer Ice Build Up
Does the inside of your freezer look like the North Pole? There are a couple of reasons this might be happening. The most common is there might be too much humidity inside the freezer. If the freezer door is left open for too long, it can raise the humidity level, which can result in more frost and ice buildup. This can also occur if your freezer door is not aligned properly. Check your door hinges and make sure they aren’t askew. If they are, simply take a screwdriver and tighten any loose screws.
To remove the ice, remove the contents of your freezer and place them somewhere cold. Then with a hair dryer, melt the ice in your freezers. Once it has loosened a bit, take a scraper and gently chip it off the interior of your freezer. When all of the ice has been removed, take a dry cloth and wipe up any excess water; once that’s done you can put your food back in. Poor air flow in a freezer can also result in ice buildup; so when you’re putting your food back, make sure that they are evenly space and not blocking any fans so that the freezer can regulate air flow properly.
Cycling Too Often
Is your fridge cycling so much you’d think it was getting ready for a bike race? Not only is this loud and annoying, it means your fridge is using a lot of energy, which will cost you. The most common cause is that the condenser coils are plugged up dust and other debris. This is a fairly simple fix; clean the condenser coils.
To do this, turn off the power to your fridge. This shouldn’t take you too long, so you won’t have to remove food if you’re quick. Next, locate your fridge’s coils; in most fridges they are located at the bottom of the unit. Once you have found the coils, remove the grill and, using a vacuum cleaner hose, remove the buildup. You can use a brush or cloth to remove any debris that is really stuck in the coils. Once that’s done, put the grill back into place and turn the power back on.
Leaking Water
Water leaking from your fridge is never fun, but it is common and is usually a fairly easy fix. A common reason for a leaky fridge is a blocked defrost drain or clogged. If a blocked defrost drain is your problem, this means that the drain hose is blocked up. This causes ice build up in the hose, which means that the water in the fridge has nowhere to drain, so its will drain out the bottom of your fridge.
Turn off the power to your fridge and locate the blocked hose. Next, find the where the blockage is and use a coat hanger to loosen the clog, or if it’s ice blocking the hose, you can use a hair dryer to melt it. When the hose is clear, you can put it back in the fridge.
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5 Tips to Keep Your Kitchenaid Fridge Smelling Fresh
Is your Kitchenaid fridge making you gag every time you open it? Do you want to learn how to get rid of those gross smells?
Well, you’ve come to the right place! Our team has put together a guide on different ways to get rid of those nasty smells coming from your fridge.
Often stinky fridges are the result of unseen malfunctions with the appliance. If a fridge repair is what you need, give Repair Care a call. We have years of experience fixing Kitchenaid fridges and all other major brands. For a repair in Calgary, call 1-(888)-501-9702 and book an appointment today.
5 Tips to Keep Your Fridge Smelling Fresh
Throw Out Anything That’s Expired: Rotten food is one of the biggest causes of gross smells in fridges. If you have food sitting in your fridge that’s rotting, moldy, or just past its expiry date, it’s time to throw it out. If you clear out food before it starts to go funky, it will prevent the food from rotting and smelling nasty, and keep your fridge more organized as well. Try the first in, first out rule; keep food that went in first closer to the front so that you don’t forget about it.
Clean Fridge: An easy way to keep your fridge smelling fresh is to keep it clean. Every couple of months make sure you remove everything from your fridge, throw out anything that’s past its prime, wipe down all of the shelves and wipe down the interior of the fridge with warm, soapy water. One tip to keep in mind- if you notice food or liquids have spilt clean it up right away. It will make it much easier to clean later on, and keep your fridge smelling better, longer.
Defrost Fridge: Did you know that smelly odors can condense and mix with the ice in your fridge? Disgusting, right? One way to fix this is to defrost your fridge, which will also prevent this from happening. Defrosting helps get rid of thick layers of ice in your fridge that make it harder for your fridge to circulate air, and will get rid of the ice that smells in your fridge.
Clean Drip Tray: If you notice foul smells coming from the bottom of your fridge, it might be because your drip tray is full of dirty water. The drip tray catches water and moisture that leaks from your fridge, and if you don’t clean it regularly it can start to stink. Your drip tray is located at the bottom of your fridge under the grill beneath the doors.
To clean just simply remove the tray and discard the dirty water. Next, wash down the tray down with warm soapy, and then soak for a few minutes in water and baking soda to get rid of any remaining smell. Then replace it back into the fridge and you’re done.
Circulation: Make sure that your fridge is able to circulate air properly; if it doesn’t then it will have trouble keeping the air inside cold, which means your food won’t stay fresh. Make sure you defrost your fridge regularly, as well as making sure your fridge isn’t overstocked. Too much stuff in your fridge also makes it hard for cold air to circulate, so make sure to remove food on a regular basis.
Is your fridge still smelly? One of our trained technicians can help! Schedule an appointment for a fridge repair with RepairCare online or by calling 1-(888)-501-9702.
Preserve The Food In Your Fridge With An Electrolux Fridge Repair
Most Electrolux fridges work by cooling the freezer, and using the same cool air to keep the refrigerator running. While this may seem simple, there many elements to an Electrolux fridge that may require repairs over time!
There are a number of things that could go wrong with your Electrolux fridge some of these include:
- Ice build-up or over-freezing
- Doesn’t cool properly
- Leaking water
- Smells bad
- Too noisy (strange noises)
- Ice machine malfunction
- No power
- Chipped or broken shelves
If your fridge has been malfunctioning for a long period of time, you may need to throw out leftover food as it can go bad within two hours and can cause food poisoning.
Our highly trained technicians have the expertise to know what to look for when diagnosing your Electrolux fridge for problems. Before you call an appliance repair technician there are some things you can do to try and preserve the leftover food in your fridge such as:
- Make sure the power is working properly
- Replace the water filter
- Clean the condenser coils
- Reset your fridge (the manual will have instructions)
It is important that you choose a repair service for your Electrolux fridge that will carefully diagnose the issue and have it back up and running in good working condition. You want to call a repair technician to service your Electrolux fridge before all of your food goes bad, or it breaks down completely.
Common refrigerator problems include:
Can’t get the fridge clean, air filter indicator, refrigerator is displaying an error code, back of the fridge is making noise, ice machine doesn’t produce ice, my fridge smells bad, refrigerator is not cold, refrigerator is leaking, and more!
At Repair Care we service the Vancouver area with Electrolux fridge repairs that are affordable and performed at your convenience. Call us at 1 888 501 9702 or click here for more information today!
Maintenance Tips: Help Edmonton Residents Avoid Costly Fridge Repairs!
When it comes to servicing your fridge, Edmonton homeowners should know that with just 30 minutes of maintenance, your fridge could consistently run in tip top shape!
Fridge Maintenance for the Long Haul
Did you know? Your refrigerator can hold $100 or more in groceries at one time. The fridge is a critical appliance to have in your home, if this breaks down you begin to lose a lot of money and energy. This seems like a terrible problem to run into especially over the holidays, but there are ways to avoid fridge malfunctions. Simply, maintain your fridge and freezer is the easiest way to ensure it will run efficiently for years to come.
Refrigerator Feet Prefer a Level Stance
As you pull your fridge away from the wall, take a look at the appliance support feet. The feet of your fridge rotate freely in their sockets, this gives you a chance to level the entire appliance perfectly. A level appliance allows all of the internal parts to operate properly. You could actually have a leak if the appliance is tilted on an angle. The process of leveling your fridge should only take a couple minutes of your time.
Coils Should Not Be Fuzzy
Although, this job is simple to our technicians it may not be to all homeowners. This is why it is easier for you to maintain the coils that help operate your fridge over time. If you want to clean the coils you should pull the fridge from the wall and wipe them down. Some fridges have the coils underneath it as opposed to in the back. They must be free of dust and able to vent heat from the fridge to be able to do its job cooling the contents inside.
Watch out for dripping noises
You may hear the refrigerator making crackling sounds or settling throughout the day because the temperature is fluctuating. Of course, if you find drips you should know that these are not a normal occurrence. If this happens you should try pulling out the drip pan to see if there is any debris or clogs in the area causing the problem. If you find excessive dripping it could mean water is blocked and could possibly be puddling under your refrigerator.
Refrigerator repair done right!
If you find that you are constantly suffering from refrigerator problems, even after trying our maintenance tips, don’t worry! Simply, call Repair Care technicians at 1 888 501 9702 today or click here for more fridge repair info!