LG fridge repair in Ruiru.
A LG fridge is one of the more common fridges in Ruiru. When it stops cooling, our technicians come to your home in Ruiru, Kiambu and repair it on site. We cover Ruiru and nearby Kamakis, Membley, Tatu City and Kimbo.
About the fridges we repair.
Linear and inverter compressor models, side-by-side and door-in-door fridges.
In Ruiru we see LG fridges in homes, offices and shops. The usual jobs are below. Each one is a link to the full page on what causes it and how we fix it.
What we see most.
- Cooling getting weaker over time
- Fan and defrost faults causing ice
- Board faults after surges
- Not cooling
- Freezer not freezing
- Gas refilling
Start from what the fridge is doing.
The pages below explain the usual causes and how we fix each one. No codes, no jargon.
Where else we come.
We cover Nairobi and the towns around it. If you are near Ruiru, we usually reach you the same day.
We repair every fridge brand sold in Kenya.
If your fridge in Ruiru is a different brand, pick it below. The visit, the price-first process and the same-day cover are the same.
LG fridges and Ruiru homes.
LG fridges in Kenya include inverter models with a linear compressor, side-by-side fridges, door-in-door models and double door fridges. A linear compressor moves a piston in a straight line rather than spinning a motor, which is quiet and efficient, but it relies on the control board to drive it smoothly.
Ruiru has family homes, growing estates and a busy trading centre. Power is less steady in some parts, so start relays and control boards are among the most common repairs we do here.
What we fix on LG fridges.
Cooling gets weaker over months
A fridge that cools less each month often has a dirty condenser, a fan that is slowing down, or a leaking gas circuit. We check the airflow and the fan first. Gas is only refilled after a leak has been found and sealed.
Fan and defrost faults causing ice
Ice on the back wall of the freezer means the defrost system is not clearing the frost. The usual causes are a defrost heater, a defrost sensor or a control that has stopped sending the signal. We test each part and replace the one that has failed.
Board faults after surges
After a storm or a power cut, a fridge may not start, may start and stop quickly, or may show error lights. The control board is a common casualty. We test the board and the compressor so we know whether the board can be repaired or needs replacing.
What we see in Ruiru kitchens.
Worn door seals
A tired seal lets warm damp air in. The freezer frosts up, the compressor runs longer and the bill rises. Replacing the seal is quick and makes a real difference.
Shop chest freezers
Freezers in shops are opened constantly. We check the lid seal, hinges and thermostat first, because cold stock cannot wait.
Care that prevents a repair.
Clean the condenser twice a year, and keep the area around the compressor free of dust and grease. Keep the door seal clean with warm water, because grease from food can stop it sealing properly.
Use a voltage guard and wait a few minutes after power returns before switching the fridge on, so the board and compressor start on a stable supply.
Most LG fridge faults are a fan, a sensor, a seal or a board, and those repair well. A fridge with a failed linear compressor and a cabinet that is otherwise in good shape can still be repaired if the part is available. We tell you the price and the options before any work starts.
How a Ruiru visit works.
Tell us what is wrong
Call or WhatsApp with what the fridge is doing and a photo of the model sticker inside.
We come to you
A technician visits your home or business and finds the fault.
You approve the price
You get the full price before any work starts. Nothing is done without your OK.
Cold again
We repair it, test the temperature and show you what was fixed.
Questions people ask
Do you repair LG fridges in Ruiru?
Yes. A technician from our team comes to your home in Ruiru, Kiambu and repairs the LG fridge where it stands. Most repairs are finished in one visit.
How soon can you reach Ruiru?
Often the same day for Ruiru and nearby Kamakis. Call or WhatsApp 0703 543 656 early in the day and we tell you the earliest time a technician can reach you.
Are you the official LG service centre?
No. We are independent fridge technicians, not affiliated with LG. For a LG fridge still under the manufacturer warranty, contact the shop or LG first.
Do you have LG fridge spare parts?
We source the right part for your model. Send a photo of the rating plate inside the fridge (brand, model number, gas type) before we come so we can check.
Good to know about your fridge.
Why gas is rarely the first thing we check
Many people ask for a gas refill as soon as a fridge stops cooling. In practice, a fridge uses no gas. It circulates the same sealed charge for its whole life. If the charge is low, the fridge has a leak, and a refill without finding the leak means paying again in a few weeks.
Most cooling faults are something else: a blocked air channel, a stopped fan, a dirty condenser, a failed defrost heater, a worn door seal, a start relay, a thermostat or a board. These are found with a few tests, and they are usually cheaper to put right than a gas job.
When the tests point to a leak, we find it first, usually at a joint, a pipe that has rubbed or a corroded coil, repair it, pull a vacuum to remove air and moisture and then charge the exact gas the fridge was built for, by weight. That is the only way a gas job lasts.
How to defrost a freezer safely
A freezer with thick ice works harder and holds less. If your freezer is not no-frost, defrost it when the ice is a few millimetres thick. Switch it off at the wall, empty the contents into a cool box, and open the door. Put towels underneath to catch the water.
Never use a knife, a screwdriver or any sharp tool to chip the ice. The cooling pipes run very close to the surface, and a puncture lets out the gas and ruins the freezer. A bowl of warm water placed inside speeds things up, and a hairdryer on a low setting held at a distance can help, if you keep it away from water.
Wipe the inside dry before switching on again, and give the fridge a few hours to cool before refilling it. If ice builds up again within weeks, the door seal or the defrost system needs a technician.
How to load a fridge so it cools better
Cold air has to move. Pack the shelves loosely enough that air can circulate, and never block the vents at the back or on the ceiling of the compartment. Keep the bulky items on the shelves and leave the door bins for things that tolerate warmth.
Raw meat and fish belong on the lowest shelf in sealed containers, so they cannot drip onto other food. Dairy and cooked food go in the middle. Fruit and vegetables belong in the drawers, where the humidity is higher.
Let hot food cool to room temperature before putting it in. Hot pots warm the fridge, force the compressor to work and bring in moisture that turns into frost. Cover liquids, because uncovered liquids add moisture to the air.
Cleaning the condenser coil
The condenser coil releases the heat the fridge removes from the food. On older fridges it is a grille on the back; on newer ones it may be a coil under the fridge behind a kick plate. Dust and kitchen grease form a blanket on it, which traps the heat.
Unplug the fridge before you start. Use a soft brush or the brush attachment of a vacuum cleaner to lift the dust, then a damp cloth for grease. Clean the area around the compressor too, and remove dust from the fan if there is one. Do it every few months, or more often in a dusty kitchen.
A clean coil can make a noticeable difference in how long the compressor runs and how much power the fridge uses. It is one of the cheapest and most effective bits of maintenance you can do yourself.
Fridges and freezers we work on.
LG fridge in Ruiru not right?
Call or WhatsApp with what the fridge is doing and a photo of the model sticker. We tell you when a technician can come.