Noises or strange sounds from any appliance indicate that an underlying problem needs your attention. All machines make some or other noise, but an unfamiliar noise is a cause for concern. Likewise, all refrigerators make some noise; the soft humming sound reassures you that your food is cold and safe and your appliance is working correctly. An annoying or loud noise coming from your fridge needs to be investigated. Especially if it is accompanied by other issues like food not cooling appropriately, the ice maker not working, or the refrigerator not switching on, it’s better to call a professional. Call OneDios or download the OneDios app when you require immediate refrigerator repairs.
We depend on efficient fridges to keep our food fresh, cool and bacteria-free. An inefficient fridge uses more energy and does not perform its function well. Keeping your refrigerator well-maintained and serviced at all times is crucial. Is your fridge overdue for some service or maintenance? Schedule a refrigerator customer care service with OneDios. The first thing to do is observe where the noise comes from – back, bottom, or inside of the refrigerator. To avoid unnecessary repairs, it’s essential to familiarise yourself with the various noises a fridge makes. Following are some of the noises your refrigerator might be making:
- Locate the Source of the Noise
Firstly, identifying the source of noise is crucial once you hear noise coming from it. Is it the back, bottom, or inside of the fridge? This will help you narrow down the possible issue, meaning you will have to troubleshoot less. Noise from under the refrigerator could be due to a loose drain pan, or coming from inside could indicate an issue with the evaporator fan. So, locating the noise source is crucial in diagnosing and dealing with the problem. If you are facing any issues with your refrigerator, download the OneDios app and put in a request today. It is a one-stop shop for all your refrigerator-related problems and queries.
- Sounds like squealing or a bird chirping
The fridge isn’t supposed to sound like a bird or mouse trapped inside. If your fridge squeals or chirps, the evaporator fan is probably malfunctioning. Any issues with the evaporator fan mean the refrigerator won’t cool adequately. Unplug the fridge and check whether the fans are operating smoothly.
- Sounds like buzzing or humming
Buzzing or humming sounds are often heard when the light is probably close to blowing out. You can easily replace the lamp on some refrigerator units, while others need a technician. It may be time to repair or replace the compressor if your refrigerator produces a deafening buzzing sound instead of a gentle hum. If you are looking forward to buying an Extended Warranty plan for your refrigerator, download the OneDios app and put in a request today.
- Knocking sound
A knocking sound in the refrigerator usually indicates a failing condenser or malfunctioning fan motor. This is probably due to the fan being too hot or running too hard. When the condenser coils or fan are dirty, the refrigerator has to work overtime, which can cause it to heat up and hum loudly. Unplug the fridge and inspect the condenser fan located at the back for wear and tear and dust. Make sure that you keep them clean. If you are uncomfortable cleaning your fridge’s condenser coils, download the OneDios app and call a refrigerator service expert.
- Clicking sound from the ice maker
If a clicking sound comes from your refrigerator, it’s probably from the ice maker. It indicates that the water line valve is loose or improperly connected. It usually happens when you move house or shift the refrigerator’s location. If you are facing any issues or need help replacing the fridge water supply line, download the OneDios app and put in a request today.
- Rattling sound
When the drain pan under your fridge is loose, it produces a rattling noise. The drain pan needs to be secured back to resolve the issue. Download the OneDios app and contact a refrigerator service professional if you can’t fix your refrigerator’s drain pan.
- Scraping or whirring sound
Whirring or scraping sounds from a frost-free refrigerator or freezer usually means ice has accumulated around one of the fans. You’ll also notice that your refrigerator isn’t as cool as it should be. There’s a chance your fan motor is broken, or the defrost timer may be faulty. The defrost timer has to be replaced if the refrigerator only makes much noise once or twice a day for around an hour. You must seek further investigation from a refrigerator repair expert. Call OneDios or download the OneDios app when you require immediate refrigerator repairs.
- Vibrating sound
A vibrating sound usually occurs when the refrigerator is not levelled or is uneven. In this case, the refrigerator’s compressor probably has to work hard, leading to a vibration sound. Water can also spill from a drain pan if the fridge isn’t level. Ensure that your refrigerator is on a level surface and isn’t unbalanced. Refer to the user manual and learn how to adjust the level or ask a professional to do it. For any queries regarding fridge placement, feel free to call experts at OneDios.
If you need help troubleshooting the problem with your refrigerator, call the technicians at OneDios or schedule an online appointment at the OneDios app today. Download the OneDios App and upload the details of your Refrigerator today. OneDios App is a one-stop shop for all your fridge-related issues and queries. We aim to offer a top-class professional fridge repair, fitting and maintenance facility. OneDios App makes it simple for the consumer to avail of the post-sales services without difficulties.
OneDios is developed to in-line the services from all brands in just a minute. We are bringing a revolution in how customer service is delivered. OneDios makes the process simpler, quicker, and more efficient of contacting customer care for any issue and booking service within a minute. If you are facing any problems with your fridge, download the OneDios app and upload the details of your Refrigerator today. You can also buy the extended warranty and AMCs for all brands like Whirlpool, Samsung, Godrej, GE, etc.