Refrigerator Making Noise

Don't ignore your refrigerator if it has a message for you. Figure out which sounds are OK and which should raise the alarm. It's natural to worry when anything seems wrong when your refrigerator begins producing strange noises. Most refrigerators emit a background hum, commonly called white noise, although this is typically not cause for concern. There may be no need to take any action if the unit's popping and cracking sounds are the result of normal thermal expansion and contraction. However, our refrigerator technicians should be called in if you notice that the normal sounds your fridge makes have recently become louder and more noticeable.

Harsh Rubbing and Scrubbing Noises

Multiple fans in your fridge circulate cool air to keep perishables in optimal condition. You may notice persistent or sporadic scraping and grinding sounds if any of them are broken, old, or impeded by ice and debris. The condenser fan, which circulates air around the compressor and is often situated at the device's base and rear, is one possible culprit. Another source of noise is the evaporator fan, which may be situated in the rear of the freezer or at the junction of the freezer and refrigerator. It's simple enough to check the back of your fridge to check if there is anything stuck, but please don't attempt to replace any of the fans or fix the motors on your own. Doing so might result in refrigerant leaks or electrical shocks. If you let the refrigerator's fans stop working, the appliance won't be able to chill as effectively and might end up wearing out some pricey components. 

Constant Low Hum

The buildup of ice or normal wear and tear may cause fans to rumble, but grating or screeching is far more frequent. Another symptom of a failing refrigerator compressor is a constant, loud rumble coming from the appliance's base or rear. The sound could be intermittent throughout the day, but it will become louder and more regular as the compressor wears down. A little malfunction with the compressor's circuitry, such as a blown fuse or relay switch, might lead to the compressor overheating and destroying itself if it isn't fixed quickly and affordably.

Repetitive Clicking Noises

In the middle of the day or the middle of the night, a refrigerator that has a water and ice dispenser will produce several clicks that appear to have no particular pattern. Common activities that trigger these clicks include the opening and shutting of valves, the usage of motorized mechanisms, and other similar processes. On the other hand, if you hear the same series of clicks every time you turn on your refrigerator, the compressor may be having difficulties starting owing to age or corrosion. The clicking sound is the result of the compressor using more power than usual to begin operating, which may be seen as a temporary dimming or flickering, similar to light bulbs coming to their end of the life cycle. Avoiding the waste of hundreds of dollars worth of perishables by replacing the compressor before it fails is a good financial move.