If you’re hearing weird sounds from your refrigerator and you’re in Toronto, the GTA, or anywhere in Southern Ontario, you’re not alone. We get calls about this all the time. And as fridge repair pros with years of hands-on experience in homes just like yours, from downtown Toronto condos to family kitchens in Mississauga or Vaughan, we’ve seen exactly what causes these noises and how to stop them.
Buzzing Noise Coming From the Back or Bottom
If your fridge sounds like it’s vibrating or buzzing louder than usual, here’s what might be going on:
- The condenser fan is dirty or wearing out. It’s usually down near the back of your fridge. Dust, pet hair, or a bad motor can make it buzz or rattle.
- The compressor is struggling. That low hum should be barely noticeable. If it’s loud and constant, especially in hot Toronto summers, the compressor might be failing.
- Something’s loose underneath. A drain pan or coil shield might be vibrating against the floor or the fridge’s frame.
What to do: Unplug the fridge and take a peek behind it. If you see a thick layer of dust or hear buzzing near the compressor, it’s time to call someone. ARS Appliance Repair Inc. can get to the root of it, fast.
Clicking Sounds That Keep Repeating
Click-click-click. Every few minutes. You hear it, but the fridge doesn’t seem to be getting any cooler. That clicking usually means your fridge is trying to start, and failing.
- It could be the start relay. This little component helps the compressor kick on. When it’s worn out, you’ll hear that click, then nothing.
- The compressor might be pulling too much power. This causes the relay to shut down for safety, leading to that cycle of clicking and silence.
- Sometimes it’s a defrost timer issue. These can get stuck and click repeatedly as they try to switch modes.
Next steps: If your fridge in Scarborough or Brampton is clicking and your food feels warmer than it should, don’t wait. Let us come out and test the components. A small repair now could save your whole fridge.
Popping or Clicking From Inside the Fridge
Hearing cracks or clicks from inside your fridge or freezer, especially after closing the door or during a defrost cycle? That might actually be normal.
- Thermal expansion is real. When plastic parts inside cool down quickly, they contract and sometimes pop or click.
- Ice makers and water valves can click too. If they’re engaging or failing to cycle, they’ll make noise, especially in newer fridges with fancy features.
Heads up: If the clicking is constant or paired with ice problems or water leaks, it’s worth getting checked out. We’ve fixed a lot of noisy ice makers in North York and Etobicoke kitchens.
Buzzing Ice Maker That’s Not Making Ice
Still got a steady buzzing, even though no ice is dropping? That’s usually your ice maker trying, and failing, to fill up or cycle.
- The water line could be frozen or blocked.
- The fill valve might be buzzing as it struggles to open.
- The internal motor may be jammed mid-cycle.
Simple fix: Turn off the ice maker to avoid burning it out. If you’re in Mississauga, Richmond Hill, or anywhere nearby, we’ll come take a look and get it sorted fast.
Buzz-Click-Buzz Cycle From the Compressor
This one’s important: if your fridge buzzes for a few seconds, clicks off, then tries again, over and over, the compressor might be in serious trouble.
- The start components could be failing.
- The compressor might be seizing up.
- The overload protector is likely tripping.
Don’t ignore it: This is the kind of sound you want to catch early. We’ve helped a lot of families in the GTA save their fridges just in time, before they gave out completely.
Why It Pays to Catch It Early
We get it, nobody wants to deal with a fridge repair. But strange noises are often your only warning before cooling stops altogether. Whether you’re in a Toronto high-rise, a Brampton townhouse, or a Guelph rental, the sooner you call, the cheaper and easier the fix usually is.
Fridge Repair Pros You Can Count On in Toronto & Southern Ontario
At ARS Appliance Repair Inc., we’ve seen, and heard, it all. Our licensed, friendly technicians service homes across:
- Toronto, Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke
- Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham
- Oakville, Milton, Richmond Hill, Pickering
- And communities across Southern Ontario
We repair all major fridge brands and handle everything from strange sounds to full cooling failures.
Let’s Get That Fridge Quiet Again
Don’t let buzzing, clicking, or rattling sounds keep you guessing. If your fridge is making noise, or just doesn’t feel right, reach out to ARS Appliance Repair Inc. We’ll get a trained technician to your door, ready to diagnose and fix the issue the right way.
- Trusted local appliance repair since 2010
- Clean, respectful in-home service
- Upfront pricing and honest advice
- Fast service across Toronto and the GTA
Need help today? Call us now or book online to get your fridge back to quiet, reliable performance.