Like your a/c and heating unit’s condenser coil, your refrigerator’s condenser coil should be cleaned twice a year. The refrigerator’s condenser coil, likely located on the back of an older model, helps to properly cool the appliance. Dust, grime and pet hair can build up on the coils. Cleaning your fridge’s condenser coil aids in your environmental stewardship and could also lower your utility bill, as well as extend the life of your appliance.
Here’s how to D-I-Y:
- Unplug your fridge for safety.
- Locate the coils and vacuum them with the wand attachment.
- For stubborn areas, use a stiff brush.
- Lots and lots of grime? Use warm, soapy water on a rag.
- Do not plug the fridge back until the coil is completely dry.
You will find that your fridge is better working condition than before, just like you find your comfort system after we clean it on a tune-up.
So what are you waiting for? Happy Cleaning!