Fridge not cold
Check the temperature setting, door seal and airflow. Protect food safety and avoid repeatedly opening the door while troubleshooting.
What to do first
- Check whether the issue is isolated or affects the whole home.
- Take photos and note any recent changes, work or weather.
- Stop DIY if the task involves regulated work, hidden services, height or a safety risk.
What could be behind it
- Blocked filter/hose or setting issue
- Wear in pump/heater/seal
- Electrical or control component fault
These are common possibilities, not a diagnosis of your specific home.
When to stop doing it yourself
Stop if you are unsure of the cause, cannot isolate the system safely, need to open fixed electrical/gas equipment, work at height, disturb hidden building fabric, or the problem is getting worse.
QUOTE CHECK
Typical quote components
- Call-out
- Diagnosis
- Part
- Labour
- VAT
PARTS / TOOLS
Possible items involved
- Thermometer
How to describe it to a professional
The fridge is running but it is not getting cold enough.
NEXT STEP
Move from symptom to action.
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