Refrigerators

A faulty thermostat on a refrigerator can cause fresh food to spoil. Replacement thermostats are available at appliance repair shops and come with all the necessary gaskets and instructions. Most...

If the door on your Kenmore refrigerator is not properly aligned, it may not close properly, causing serious problems with cooling efficiency and effectiveness. Unfortunately, most Kenmore...

A chest freezer is a stand-alone appliance in the general shape of a chest. A full-size chest freezer will generally have a capacity of 14 to 20 cubic feet or more, although they can be as small...

Going green and saving energy is a sign of the times. It is expected for everyone to do his part. Here is an easy way to save energy, which also saves money, by doing a yearly refrigerator check.

If you've ever enjoyed the taste of fresh draft beer versus prepackaged bottled beer, you can imagine the benefit of having a kegerator. A kegerator is a relatively easy-to-build appliance that...

How does the refrigerator ice maker know how to go out in the middle of Summer? That's something to think about while you follow the instructions for how to replace a Whirlpool refrigerator ice...

If you have more than one refrigerator in your home and no freezer, try converting the fridge into a place to store your ice cream, meats and frozen vegetables. Converting your refrigerator into a...

Like all appliances, RV refrigerators can get old, overused and break over years of use. Chances are that you'll need to replace the refrigerator in your recreational vehicle at least once during...

There is nothing better than getting a cold drink of water or nice cup of ice from your refrigerator. No more ice cube trays or traipsing to the sink for a glass of water. Hooking up the fridge to...

The minibar has been a characteristic fixture in hotel rooms for years. You can set up your own at home to provide you or a guest with a full range of wine liquors, mixers, garnishes and snacks...

Stainless-steel appliances are very popular, adding a modern, industrial look to your home. Part of their appeal is that they are durable while also being fashionable. Unfortunately, they also...

Refrigerator problems are often the cause of serious panic in the household. If the machine doesn't get repaired quickly, potentially hundreds of dollars of perishable food can be spoiled in a...

Glass refrigerator doors are modern and elegant. Of course they aren't for everyone. If you aren't a neat freak, obsessed with cleaning your kitchen, you should let no one see in your fridge. Even...

As the cost of new kitchen appliances continues to go through the roof, and even used models rise in price, the idea of making a refrigerator on your own increasingly becomes an attractive...

Making your own refrigerator sounds like a complicated endeavor. It can be a fairly simple process with a little advance planning. It can also be good for the environment. Building a DC powered...

Testing and replacing a refrigerator's compressor relay is not a typical job for the do-it-yourselfer. But, for someone who is willing to try their best to figure out a problem in lieu of...

A leaky refrigerator can be a serious hazard in your kitchen. When standing water and hard kitchen flooring mix, dangerous slips can be the result. If you find your fridge is leaving a trail of...

When you install an ice maker into your freezer, you will be saving yourself a lot of time and effort. Many times you walk over to your refrigerator, want ice cubes only to find an empty tray or...

A refrigerator is a major purchase as it is an item that you will have to live with for many years. In fact, many people keep refrigerators three times as long as a vehicle, but don’t put...

There are times when a lot of us may be faced with the problem of a power outage in the home or failure to plug in the camper after a trip. It has happened to me.

Water on the floor around a refrigerator is enough to make anyone nervous. But often there's a simple reason for the problem--and an easy cure. The key is locating the source. Follow these steps...

When your ice maker produces small or hollow cubes, it's a sign the unit isn't getting enough water. The cause could be a faulty thermostat or a bad water-inlet valve--problems you may want a...

Are the foods in your refrigerator spoiling quickly? Do your drinks feel warm? You could have a bad compressor or condenser fan, which means calling in a professional. But if you're lucky, the...