KitchenAid refrigerator noisy

What to expect when you experience a KitchenAid refrigerator makes noise issue

How is the makes noise problem fixed?

Correcting most makes noise problems usually involves replacing the ice maker assembly, electronic control board or compressor. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.

Sears Home Services recommendations for a noisy refrigerator

When the refrigerator makes noise it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of refrigerator failures.

What to look out for with a refrigerator that makes noise diagnosis

Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your refrigerator problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.

When you need KitchenAid appliance repair, trust the pros at Sears Home Services to fix the problem fast. Schedule your repair appointment today.

Troubleshooting a KitchenAid Refrigerator Making Noise

A leading cause of your KitchenAid refrigerator making noise is an ice cube stuck in the ejector arms of the ice maker. You’ll typically hear grinding, buzzing and clicking noises when an ice cube jets jammed in the ice maker. Turn off the ice maker or unplug the refrigerator and use the handle of a wooden spoon or a similar item to pry the stuck ice cube out of the ice maker.

Another leading cause of your KitchenAid refrigerator making noise is excessive frost buildup on the evaporator hitting evaporator fan blades. You’ll hear a loud buzzing noise when this happens. You may be able to eliminate this noise fairly quickly by safely storing food and unplugging the refrigerator to melt the excessive frost off the evaporator fins. Open the freezer door to help the excessive frost and ice melt faster. After a few hours, you can shut the freezer door and plugging the refrigerator power cord back in. This may eliminate the loud buzzing noise.

The noise will return if ice and frost builds back up on the evaporator and begins hitting the evaporator fan blades again.

To prevent excessive frost buildup, check the refrigerator freezer door gaskets for loose spots or damage. Reinstall a door gasket properly if it’s loose. Replace a door gasket if it’s damaged. This may prevent the loud buzzing noise from recurring.

If you’re unable to resolve the problem with your KitchenAid refrigerator making noise, schedule refrigerator repair services and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to find and fix the source of the noise.