Ice buildup inside the fridge

If your fridge’s wall is freezing up, don’t panic. There are simple steps you can take to resolve this issue in no time. In most cases, our checklist below will help you diagnose and resolve the problem without the need of an engineer.

If your fridge’s door seal has a leak or hast lost magnetisation, your fridge door will fail to close properly and your fridge will work harder to maintain a consistent temperature. You can check if the door seal is faulty by trying to slip a small piece of paper or a £5 note through the door. If the item goes through, you will need to replace it. Fortunately, replacing the door seal is an easy task and does not require an engineer. To find out how to replace a door seal, click here.

Check the set temperature – if it’s too low, adjust it slightly so that it is within the recommended range of 2 - 4 °C. On some appliances you set the temperature using a scale, e.g. 1 – 5, with 1 being the warmest and 5 being the coldest. On other appliances you set it directly in °C.

Note: You can find more information about this in the instruction manual for your appliance.

When you open the door for a prolonged period, moisture enters the cavity and this can cause further issues with ice build-up. We also recommend letting food cool well enough before placing it within the appliance. To read more on fridge organisation, click here.