Every restaurant, grocery store, and other food-related business requires commercial refrigeration to keep products cool and fresh. Over time, your fridge may not work as well as it once did, threatening the quality of your food. Keep your products cool and customers happy by learning the signs that it may be time to replace the commercial fridge. 

3 Signs You Need a New Commercial Fridge

1. Frost

If you see frost when you open the fridge, it’s cooling more than it should. Frost often occurs when the door’s seal gets torn or someone doesn’t shut the door all the way; as warm air enters the fridge, the compressor uses extra force to cool it, creating frost. There could also be an issue with the defrost function.

Call a commercial refrigeration company to inspect the fridge and determine whether it needs a few simple repairs or a full replacement. 

2. Leaks 

When you notice water pooling around your fridge, call a professional right away, as leaks invite mold and mildew. The most common causes of a leaky fridge include a clogged drainage hose, a full evaporator pan, or a damaged door seal. If you fix these issues but still notice leaks, it’s time for a new fridge.

3. Frequent Spoiling

You can’t expect food to last forever. However, if you’re greeted with the stench of rot each time you open your fridge, it should be inspected by a professional. Frequent spoiling suggests the fridge isn’t cooling adequately. Depending on the level of damage, the professional may repair it or tell you to get a replacement. 

If you’re facing fridge problems, turn to the team at Aloha State Services. For more than 35 years, these commercial refrigeration specialists have installed, repaired, and maintained commercial fridges throughout Honolulu, HI. They also offer 24-hour emergency services to keep your business running as smoothly as possible. Visit them online to learn more about their offerings, and call (808) 832-2622 to schedule an appointment today.