Aaron Beth
Appliance Technician
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Co-authored Articles (19)
Easy Steps to Remove & Replace a Fridge Door Seal
Keep your fridge sealed tight with this basic gasket replacement Have you noticed your fridge running more frequently or not feeling as cold as normal? One of the most common culprits is a damaged rubber seal (gasket) a...
How to Factory Reset a Nespresso Vertuo: VertuoPlus, Lattissima, & More
Get your Vertuo machine back on track with a factory reset Are you trying to reset your Nespresso Vertuo? Whether it's because your coffee isn't brewing right or you're trying to fix a network connectivity issue, there's...
How to Adjust Your Fridge to the Right Temperature
Find the best fridge temperature setting with this simple guide Have you noticed that the food in your fridge is spoiling faster than usual? When your fridge runs a little too warm, food might not stay fresh and it coul...
3 Ways to Stop & Prevent Ice Build Up in Your Fridge & Freezer
Tired of your fridge giving you the big freeze? Take a closer look into why your fridge is getting frostySure, you want your fridge to be cold… but it’s a whole other story when the inside of your appliance starts re...
How to
Put Freon in a Refrigerator
Adding Freon to a refrigerator is a tough task. If you add too much Freon, use the wrong kind of Freon, or don’t accurately install the bullet-piercing valve, you’ll risk damaging your refrigerator permanently. Freon...
9 Simple Steps for Cleaning Your Fridge Condenser Coils
Keep your fridge running efficiently with this quick cleanHave you noticed that your fridge hasn’t been cooling as well as it used to? When the refrigerator coils, or condenser coils, get covered in dust, your fridge u...
How to
Level Your Refrigerator
A leveled refrigerator looks great in your home, but it also helps your refrigerator function properly. If your refrigerator isn't currently level, the good news is it's easy to do yourself. You'll just need to access th...
The Complete Guide to Defrosting a Refrigerator Fast
Defrosting is easy with our simple stepsRefrigerators can become frosty and icy for lots of reasons — whether the door has been left open, you’ve put hot food in to cool, or the door just has a bad seal, annoying fro...
How to
Test a Refrigerator PTC Relay
If your refrigerator stops producing cold air, there may be something wrong with the PTC (positive temperature coefficient) relay, also known as the start relay. The PTC relay starts the compressor inside the fridge to m...
How to
Remove a Scratch from a Stainless Steel Refrigerator Door
With proper cleaning and maintenance, stainless steel refrigerators can retain their original shine and splendor, even if scratched. You can buff out minor scratches with a little elbow grease, a gentle polishing cleanse...
How to
Make a Refrigerator Door Close
When your refrigerator door refuses to close, either the refrigerator has a faulty gasket (the rubber seal that forces your door to close), or your door hinges need to be tightened. Depending on the cause, you can make y...
How to
Diagnose Refrigerator Problems
Sometimes you notice there's something wrong with your appliance right away. Maybe the light in your refrigerator won't turn on or your food isn't staying cold enough. You might not know if it’s necessary to call a pro...
How to
Fix a Leaking Refrigerator
A refrigerator that’s leaking water won’t work as efficiently as it should, may not keep your food safely chilled, and can cause expensive water damage to the flooring and structure beneath the appliance. Luckily, th...
15 Reasons Your Whirlpool Refrigerator Has Stopped Cooling
Troubleshooting common cooling issues with your Whirlpool fridgeDoes it seem like your Whirlpool fridge isn’t keeping your food as cold as it should? Luckily, there are a few things you can do to troubleshoot and possi...
How to
Dispose of a Fridge
Are you trying to upgrade to a more efficient fridge, but don’t know how to get rid of the old one? We know that it’s difficult throwing an old fridge away since it’s so bulky and could make a lot of environmental ...
How to
Keep Food Cold
Whether you're heading out on a camping trip and want to enjoy your favorite on-the-go meals or the power in your home is temporarily out, everyone needs to keep food cold at some point. You have a few different options ...
6 Reasons Your Fridge Leaks Water Inside (Plus How to Fix It)
DIY fixes for your interior fridge leaks and when to call a repair personIf water is pooling in the bottom of your fridge or freezer, there are only a few possible causes and we're here to help. The good news is that you...
How to
Measure a Refrigerator
When purchasing a refrigerator, it is tempting to imagine that you can simply find a refrigerator that fits snuggly into the space where you plan to put it. However, there are other things you need to consider, like whet...
How to
Know if You Should Replace Your Refrigerator
If you've noticed your fridge is producing condensation, failing to maintain a temperature below 40°F (4.5°C), or having other issues, try to determine the cause of the problem. Some issues, such as excessive heat or...
