When you own or operate a restaurant, a commercial freezer is one of your most significant pieces of equipment. It prevents food spoilage and keeps you from serving ruined products to customers. Therefore, when your fridge starts acting strangely, respond immediately by calling a repair service. Below are several signs your commercial freezer is failing.

3 Signs Your Commercial Freezer Needs Repair

1. Strange Smells

When all is well, your commercial freezer should have little odor. You might pick up lingering food smells, but this is normal. However, if you notice a sweet, chemical odor near the door, it could indicate a refrigerant leak. Refrigerant is the fluid that removes heat from the freezer, and a leak could result in a total failure of the unit. Don't ignore an unusual odor. Call for a professional inspection, immediately.

2. Frost Buildup

Frost forms when warm, moist air from your kitchen meets the sub-zero environment of the freezer. If you notice frost on the walls and door of your commercial fridge, you likely have a problem with the door seal. Worse, warm air could enter in another fashion. Failure to act now could result in long-term energy waste and unnecessary food spoilage.

3. Varying Temperatures

Depending on the freezer and its contents, commercial temperatures must remain consistently at -20 degrees to 5 degrees Fahrenheit. If yours cannot maintain these temperatures, you risk food contamination, spoilage, and melting. The problem could be as simple as a faulty sensor or blown thermostat. Contact a professional to circumvent costly food losses.

If your commercial freezer is acting up, contact the experts at Commercial Refrigeration of KY. They are a locally owned, Campbellsville, KY, company and have been serving clients in and around Taylor County for more than 30 years. They also install, service, and repair commercial ovens, fryers, ice makers, and deli equipment. Visit their website to view their services or call (270) 465-2910 to schedule service.