Refrigeration Specialists

One of the essential home appliances in any household is a refrigerator. Like any electronic device, refrigerators can experience problems. Watch out for the following issues and problems:

• Water leaking from the refrigerator.
• The freezer is not freezing.
• The unit of the refrigerator cycles too often.
• The fresh food compartment in the fridge warms up.
• The freezer’s floor has a sheet of ice.
• The ice dispenser has built-up frost.

Ensure all your refrigeration repair needs are handled by experts to keep your appliances working for longer.  

The temperature of your refrigerator varies depending on the usage. The top and lower compartments have different temperature ranges. The majority of the refrigerators are built with a cooling system at the back. Hence they will be cooler at the back compared to the front. Opening and closing the door of the refrigerator will also affect the temperature. The temperature changes due to the air circulation fans present in the refrigerator.

The recommended internal temperature range for your fridge is 35 - 40° Fahrenheit. This temperature range will ensure your food remains fresh for longer. Increasing the temperature past 40° Fahrenheit will shorten your food's shelf life. Hence the food will spoil much faster.

It's very crucial to have frequent maintenance and check-ups on your refrigerator. When booking the annual maintenance there are a few considerations to take into account. Ensure you read the manufacturer's manual and get tips from fridge technicians. At YourPro, we have a list of the best refrigeration experts in Dublin.  Our experts will help you with your annual refrigerator maintenance needs, and also when you experience any issues.

While most homeowners clean their refrigerators frequently to prevent the accumulation of any foul odour, it’s crucial to implement the following fridge maintenance and care tips in your routine:

• Cleaning out the refrigerator: remove every item in the fridge and get rid of expired, old and composting items. Double-check the expiration dates of all the condiment bottles in the fridge.
• Wiping it down: wipe all the surfaces of your fridge using a sponge/soft cloth and warm/soapy water. Wipe all the shelves, drawer tracks, produce drawers and even under the shelves. Ensure the soap you use doesn’t contain any chemical additives.
• Scrubbing the gunk: check for any sticky messes caked on your fridge, scrub them off gently and remove the grime.
• Proper organization: after cleaning your refrigerator, it's essential to arrange the compartments back correctly. Methodically arrange your food items into your fridge. Use the first in, first out policy when arranging things. Items with earlier expiration dates should be placed closer to be used before they expire.
• Squelching odours: one of the main reasons people clean their refrigerators frequently is to get rid of any nasty odour. You can use deodorizers or baking soda left in the fridge to absorb odours. Replace your deodorizers or baking soda after two to three months. 
• Resetting the temperature: it’s always important to check the temperature of your refrigerator at all times. The temperature dials can be easily knocked off when removing or placing things inside the fridge. Ensure the freezer’s temperature setting is always 0 degrees Fahrenheit while the refrigerator's temperature setting is 37 to 40 degrees. The temperature setting should also be functioning correctly.
• Keeping your refrigerator full: you might wonder about the importance of having a full refrigerator when you prefer eating out? When you keep your fridge full, it helps maintain the thermal mass (cold internal temperature) balanced at all times. If you don’t have anything to put inside, you can place a few bottles or jugs of water instead.

After submitting your job request form at YourPro, we will recommend a few of our refrigeration technicians. We can’t give a fixed cost for the refrigeration service in Dublin, without assessing the situation. After assessing the situation and troubleshooting the appliance, the technician will give you an estimated cost and details about the problem with your fridge. You can expect to pay between €50 - €450. Once you confirm the cost with the technician, the refrigeration project can start depending on your availability.

Most modern refrigerators are designed with the option of hinging the doors either to the left or the right side. When making a purchase, it's essential to check that the door of your refrigerator needs a specialized left or right hinge. Some fridges come with a reversible field. With field reversible, the screws used to attach the refrigerators' doors are accessible, and both sides (left and right sides) have predrilled holes. Hence it’s possible to quickly switch the side where you want your unit's door to be. You can also get in touch with any of our refrigeration experts at YourPro and get the necessary technical knowledge on the best direction to have your fridge door facing.