Refrigerator Making Noise? How to Troubleshoot a Loud Fridge (Buzzing, Rattling & Humming)

Описание: You probably don’t think of your refrigerator making noise the way your other appliances — like your dishwasher or clothes dryer — do. That is, until that noisy refrigerator is near-impossible to ignore. But as the ol’ prank call goes: Your refrigerator is running. And to catch what’s causing it to hum, rattle or groan, you’re gonna need to do some troubleshooting. In the video above, we explain why your refrigerator is making noise and show how to troubleshoot a noisy fridge step by step.

Here are some potential fridge noise causes to consider:

1. If your fridge is brand-new out of the box, or if you haven’t had it plugged in in a while, the noise could simply mean your appliance is getting acclimated. Wait a few days and let it adjust before resorting to other methods.

2. A loose drain pan on the bottom of your fridge can cause a rattling noise. So, make sure that it is firmly in place, or use some tape to secure it.

3. Now, don’t freak out with this one, but it could be the compressor. A loud buzzing noise might be the death rattle of this part — and you’ll probably need to call a pro to replace it.

4. Don’t descend into doom and gloom just yet. The problem might just be that the condenser fan or coils are covered in dust. This is a simple fix most homeowners can do without the help of an appliance technician.

Hopefully this can spare you a pricey housecall from a repair person. But if you don’t feel comfortable taking matters into your own hands — or if cleaning these coils doesn’t quiet your fridge down — don’t be afraid to call for backup.

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