Fridge Repair service was scheduled ASAP -next day actually! Service tech was professional and proficient. Quick and easy fix. He did a great job cleaning up and took great care of my fridge. I would highly recommend this company! A+++ service!
FRIDGE REPAIRS · HARARE
Fridge Not Switching On?
No Light, No Running Sound and a Warm Cabinet?
A fridge with no light and no sound usually has a supply fault, a blown plug fuse, a damaged cable, a failed thermostat or control board, or a wiring fault after a power surge. Our technicians test from the socket inwards on site in Harare and quote before any work starts.
- Fridge fault diagnosis on site
- Regassing from US$30, after diagnosis
- Quote before work starts
- Mobile call-outs across Harare
- Independent repairer for all major brands
Call or WhatsApp 0719 227 718
Why Will My Fridge Not Switch On?
Start with the supply. Plug a lamp or phone charger into the same socket, check the plug fuse, and look for a tripped switch on the distribution board. If the socket works and the fridge is still dead, the cause is usually the thermostat, the control board, a loose connection or the power cable.
A surge when the supply returns after load-shedding can damage the control board on digital fridges. Our fridge repairs technicians test each part with a meter and repair the one that has failed. Book a repair and keep the doors closed meanwhile.
Signs the Fridge Is Not Switching On
Interior light stays off
Opening the door does not light the cabinet. A dark light with the compressor still running is only the door switch or the bulb.
No running sound
The compressor and fans are silent.
Display or controls dark
On digital models, the panel shows nothing.
Died after a power cut
A surge has often damaged the board or a fuse.
Common Causes of a Dead Fridge
We check the supply first, then work inwards.
- Socket or circuit with no power
- Blown plug fuse or damaged cable
- Failed thermostat
- Control board damaged by a surge
- Wiring or connection fault
- Voltage protector cutting the supply
When to stop using the appliance
Switch the appliance off at the wall if you notice a burning smell, smoke, sparking, exposed wiring, repeated breaker trips or water near electrical parts. Leave electrical covers, high-voltage parts and the sealed refrigeration system to a technician, then call or WhatsApp 0719 227 718 and we will arrange an assessment.
Safe Checks Before the Visit
Test the socket with another appliance and check the board for a tripped switch. If the fridge plugs into a voltage protector, try it straight into the wall for a minute. A light that works with no running sound means the fridge has power, and fridge compressor problems is the better guide.
Stop using the socket if it is scorched, buzzing or hot, and have it checked before the fridge is plugged in again.
How We Diagnose a Dead Fridge
The technician confirms power at the socket and plug, then tests the cable, thermostat, control board and wiring until the break in the circuit is found.
You get the cause and a quote before any work starts.
Book an appliance repair
Need this fridge looked at?
Send the fridge brand, the model if you have it, what it is doing and your suburb. We confirm your booking and arrival time by phone or WhatsApp.
Related fridge problems
Other Fridge Problems We Repair
Fridge Not Cooling
The fridge is running, but food and drinks are warming up.
Fridge Compressor Problems
Clicking, humming, a silent compressor, or a warm fridge with the compressor running.
Fridge Making Noise
Buzzing, clicking, rattling or knocking that is new or much louder than usual.
Fridge Not Freezing
The freezer side of a fridge-freezer has gone soft or is thawing.
Fridge types
Fridges We Repair
Domestic Fridges
Single-door and bar fridges in Harare homes, flats and cottages.
Fridge-Freezers
Top-mount and bottom-mount fridge-freezers where one or both compartments have lost temperature.
Double-Door Fridges
Two-door frost-free cabinets with fans, sensors and a shared cooling circuit.
Side-by-Side Fridges
Large side-by-side and French-door cabinets, including models with water dispensers.
Inverter Fridges
Inverter compressor models from brands such as Samsung, LG and Hisense.
Commercial Fridges
Drinks coolers and shop display fridges. Cold rooms are covered by our commercial refrigeration team.
Tell us the brand, the model from the rating label if you can read it, and whether the appliance is a fridge, a fridge-freezer or a commercial unit.
Fridge Brands We Repair
We are an independent repairer for all major fridge brands, not tied to one manufacturer. Choose your brand for the faults those models commonly develop, or send us the make and model of any other brand.
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Fridge Repairs Across Harare
Our technicians travel to homes and businesses across Harare and nearby towns, so the fridge is repaired where it stands.
Harare North
Avondale, Borrowdale, Mount Pleasant, Highlands, Chisipite, plus Mazowe and Domboshava
Harare West
Westgate, Mabelreign, Bluff Hill, Tynwald
Harare East
Greendale, Eastlea, Msasa, Mandara
Harare South
Waterfalls, Hatfield, Cranborne, Glen View
Harare CBD
City Centre, the Avenues, apartments, offices and shops
Ruwa
Ruwa and Zimre Park
Chitungwiza
Chitungwiza households and local businesses
Norton
Norton and surrounding homes
Google reviews
What Our Customers Say
Great service, the team is very proffessional and their level of communication is commendable. My Samsung Fridge Freezer (Side By Side) was repaired right on time and it worked like it was brand new. Thank you so much
Thank you for fixing my Samsung Fridge at arlington, amazing service from you guys , l am impressed
Quoted word for word from our Google Business Profile.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fridge Not Switching On
Why has my fridge stopped working completely?
Check the socket, plug fuse and distribution board first. If those are fine, a failed thermostat, control board or cable is the usual cause, often after a power surge.
My fridge stopped working after a power cut. Can it be fixed?
Usually, yes. A surge can damage the control board, a fuse or the relay, which are all repairable. We test it on site and quote before any work starts. See appliance damage after power cuts for what to check first.
The light works but the fridge is silent. Is it dead?
No, it has power. The compressor is not starting, which usually means the relay, overload, thermostat or inverter board. See fridge compressor problems.
How much does it cost to fix a fridge that will not turn on?
It depends on the part. A thermostat or cable costs less than a control board. We diagnose first and quote before any work starts.
Book a fridge repair in Harare
Tell us what your fridge is doing and where you are in Harare. We confirm your booking and arrival time by phone or WhatsApp.
Book a fridge repair
Need Help With Your Fridge?
Call or WhatsApp 0719 227 718 with the brand, the fault and your location. A technician diagnoses the fridge at your home and quotes before any work starts.