Mika fridge repair in Nairobi.
Budget-friendly single and double door fridges and freezers. We repair them at your home, with the price agreed before any work starts.
Common Mika fridge jobs.
- Thermostat faults
- Door seals
- Gas leaks
What is the Mika fridge doing?
Mika fridge repair by area.
Our technicians cover all of Nairobi and the towns around it. Pick your area for the full Mika page there.
The models we see and how they are built.
Mika fridges are budget-friendly single and double door fridges and freezers. They are simple machines with a compressor, a thermostat and a gas circuit, and they are a common sight in bedsitters, offices and small kitchens across Nairobi.
Because Mika fridges are sold at a low price point, the parts are often simple and cheap. The most important detail is the model number. Thermostats, seals and start relays differ between sizes, so we check the rating plate before we visit.
Mika fridges are budget-friendly single and double door fridges and freezers. They are simple, so repairs are usually fast, but the parts need to match the model exactly, which is why we ask for the model number before we visit.
Mika repairs are most often thermostat faults, worn door seals and gas leaks. A seal or thermostat can be replaced on the day, and we test the cooling before we leave.
What Mika owners notice first.
- Thermostat faults
- Door seals
- Gas leaks
- Start relay and compressor clicks
- Freezer not freezing
What goes wrong, and why.
Thermostat faults
A thermostat that stops responding means the compressor either runs all the time or does not run at all. We test the thermostat and replace it if it does not switch correctly. It is a small part and the fridge should cool to the setting after the repair.
Door seals
A worn seal lets warm air in and the fridge runs longer than it should. Close the door on a sheet of paper to check. Replacing the seal and adjusting the door is a quick job that cuts power use and stops frost.
Gas leaks
A fridge that runs without getting cold is often low on gas through a leak. The leak is usually at a joint or in a pipe that has rubbed. We find and seal the leak, vacuum the system and charge the correct gas. We never refill without a repair.
Start relay and compressor clicks
A fridge that clicks and does not start usually has a failed start relay. The relay is inexpensive, and we check it matches the compressor before fitting. If the compressor has failed electrically, we explain the cost before doing anything.
Freezer not freezing
A single door fridge with an ice box, or a small freezer, can lose its cold through a seal or a thermostat fault. We check those first and then look at the gas if the cold does not come back.
Care that prevents a repair.
Clean the condenser at the back every few months. On budget fridges, dust reduces cooling more than most owners expect. A quick brush with the fridge unplugged makes a real difference.
Keep the fridge away from the cooker and out of direct sun. Leave a little space around it so the heat can escape. Do not overload the shelves; the cold has to move freely.
Mika repairs are often very affordable, so the sensible choice is usually to repair. If the cabinet is damaged, the compressor has failed or the fridge is old and uses a lot of power, replacing it may make more sense. We give you the numbers first.
How a Mika 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 Mika fridges at home in Nairobi?
Yes. A technician comes to your home or business and repairs the Mika fridge where it stands, in most cases in one visit.
Are you the official Mika service centre?
No. We are independent fridge technicians. If your Mika fridge is still under the manufacturer's warranty, contact the shop or Mika first.
Do you have parts for Mika fridges?
We source the right part for your model. Send a photo of the rating plate inside the fridge so we can check before we come.
Good to know about your fridge.
Food safety when a fridge stops cooling
Bacteria multiply quickly above about five degrees. If the fridge side is warm, move milk, meat, fish and cooked food to the freezer or a cool box with ice, and keep the door closed as much as you can. If the freezer is still frozen, do not open it more than you need to.
As a rule of thumb, fresh meat, fish, dairy and cooked leftovers should not stay in a warm fridge for more than a few hours. Food that has thawed and warmed should not be refrozen if it has been warm for long. When in doubt, throw it out: a repair is cheaper than being ill.
Medicines that need refrigeration should be moved to a cool box and kept as cold as the label asks. If you are not sure whether something is still safe, check the instructions on the packaging or ask a pharmacist.
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.
Fridges and freezers we work on.
Mika fridge 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.