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Short answer: a fridge that stops cooling is usually a blocked airflow or dirty coil, a failed fan, thermostat or start relay, a worn door seal, or a gas or compressor fault. The first group is cheap to fix. Compressor and gas faults need a technician.
Safe checks before you call
- Confirm the fridge has power and the socket works.
- Make sure the temperature dial is not on the lowest setting.
- Check the door closes fully and the rubber seal is not torn or dirty.
- Do not overfill; keep space around food so air can move.
- Keep the fridge a few centimetres away from the wall for ventilation.
Common causes
- Dirty condenser coil: dust stops heat leaving, so the fridge runs long and cools badly.
- Fan not running: the evaporator or condenser fan has failed.
- Start relay or overload fault: the compressor clicks but does not run.
- Thermostat or defrost fault: ice builds up and blocks airflow.
- Gas leak: weak cooling and a compressor that runs constantly.
- Compressor failure: the most serious and costly fault.
Fridge not cooling but freezer works
This often points to an airflow or defrost problem. Ice on the back wall or a stopped fan stops cold air reaching the fridge section.
Repair or replace?
Relays, fans, thermostats and seals are usually worth repairing. For an old fridge with a failed compressor or leaking sealed system, compare the repair quote with the price of a new unit. We tell you the fault and the cost honestly before any part is replaced.
Fridge repair in Islamabad and Rawalpindi
Switch the fridge off if it smells of gas or the cable is damaged, and book a technician. See our AC and refrigerator repair page or book a fridge repair visit.
Fridge not cooling?
Frequently asked questions
Why is my fridge not cooling but the light is on?
The light only proves there is power. The compressor, fan or relay may have failed, or airflow may be blocked by ice or dust.
Fridge repair near me, kitni der mein aa jaenge?
Standard bookings need at least 3 hours notice. For urgent faults choose ASAP when booking.
How often should a fridge be cleaned?
Wipe the inside regularly and vacuum the back or bottom coil every few months, more often in dusty areas.
Is a fridge gas refill always needed?
No. Low gas means a leak, and a refill without fixing it is wasted money. A technician confirms the cause first.
Can you repair a deep freezer?
Yes. Deep freezers share the same cooling system faults and are repaired the same way.