If your fridge seems to be leaking water, the first place to check is the water dispenser, if you have one. The line that brings the water to the refrigerator could be broken, causing the water to spill out on the floor instead of travel to the water dispenser. Your freezer may also have a clogged drain, in which case you should notice the water dripping from the inside top of the appliance in top freezer fridges. Another common cause of leaking water requiring refrigerator repair is a cracked or damaged defrost tray, which is located under the appliance.

Your fridge might not seem as cold as it usually does, which can be problem since a warm fridge can cause food to spoil. Rather than letting the issue go on for days, try to diagnose it fast by looking at the thermometer and setting it to the proper temperature if possible. If after several hours the appliance is not any colder, you could have a broken fan, though if this appears to be running fine, you should next look at the condenser coils. You should clean them out with a vacuum or even just soap and water, though you will likely need to scrub hard. Finally, the problem could be that you just need a new door seal, as a door that does not shut all the way can make the fridge warm up fast.

Another aspect of refrigerator repair involves noise, as a fridge that is suddenly louder than usual may mean that the fan should be replaced soon. Of course, if your appliance is several years old, it could have just gotten louder over the years naturally. You should call a repairman if the noise occurs suddenly and for no apparent reason.

Clearly, there are many types of refrigerator repair that could be necessary, no matter how old your fridge is. Though most homeowners need an expert to fix their fridge, it is nice to have an idea of the problem ahead of time. This could help you plan for how long your refrigerator will take to be fixed, as well as how much you will need to spend.