Updated September 2026 • Clearwater, Pinellas County, FL
The Frigidaire and Electrolux problems we hear about most in Clearwater are ice makers that leak or stop making ice, a warm fridge with a working freezer (evaporator fan or defrost failure), and water under the crisper drawers from a clogged defrost drain. Typical repairs cost $130 to $320, and most are finished in one visit.
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Why Frigidaire Matters in Clearwater
Frigidaire top-freezer and side-by-side models are a landlord and builder favorite, so they turn up in many Clearwater apartments, 1970s–90s condos (including large 55+ communities off US-19), and rentals. Electrolux-branded models appear in remodeled kitchens. Many older Kenmore refrigerators were also built by Frigidaire's parent company, Electrolux; Kenmore model numbers starting with 253 are generally Electrolux/Frigidaire-built, so the same parts often fit.
Frigidaire Lines We Service
| Line | Typical styles | Most common calls |
|---|---|---|
| Frigidaire (standard) | Top-freezer, side-by-side | Evaporator fan, defrost, start relay, condenser fan |
| Frigidaire Gallery | French-door, side-by-side, counter-depth | Ice maker, water valve, control boards, fans |
| Frigidaire Professional | French-door, column units | Ice maker, door gaskets, controls |
| Electrolux | French-door, column units | Ice maker, dispenser, fans, boards |
| Kenmore (253 models) | All styles | Same parts as matching Frigidaire models |
Common Frigidaire & Electrolux Repairs and Costs
| Problem | Usual cause | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Ice maker not making ice or leaking | Ice maker assembly, frozen fill tube, water inlet valve | $150–$300 |
| Fridge warm, freezer cold | Evaporator fan, defrost heater or defrost thermostat | $150–$280 |
| Water under crisper drawers | Clogged defrost drain | $100–$200 |
| Clicking, not cooling | Start relay or compressor | $120–$250 (relay) |
| Loud buzzing or rattling | Condenser or evaporator fan motor | $130–$260 |
| Frost around the door, sweating | Door gasket | $120–$250 |
| Everything dead after a storm | Control board | $200–$420 |
Frigidaire Ice Maker Problems
On side-by-side and French-door Frigidaire and Electrolux models, ice maker calls are the most frequent. The common patterns:
- Ice maker leaking or ice in the bin fused together: the inlet valve lets water trickle after it shuts, or water pressure is low. Replacing the valve and clearing ice usually fixes it.
- No ice, water dispenser works: ice maker module or frozen fill tube.
- Ice maker in the door (French-door): frost builds when the compartment seal or door gasket leaks, more so in Clearwater's humid months.
- Hard water: Clearwater's water is moderately hard (about 10 grains per gallon), so valves and filters wear faster. Replace the filter every 6 months.
Landlords and Property Managers
Because so many Frigidaire units sit in rentals, fast turnaround matters. Technicians can coordinate with tenants, send photo reports, and invoice the owner directly. Most Frigidaire parts are stocked locally, so single-visit repairs are common. See refrigerator repair for landlords and property managers.
Is It Worth Repairing Your Frigidaire?
Fans, defrost parts, relays, gaskets, valves and ice makers are usually worth fixing on units under about 10 years old. On a basic top-freezer older than 10 years, a compressor failure is usually a replace. Electrolux and Frigidaire Professional units are worth repairing longer because they cost more to replace. See the 50% rule.
Before You Call
- Find the model number on the sticker inside the fresh-food compartment.
- Check the ice maker's on/off switch and the water supply valve.
- Vacuum the condenser coils at the bottom front or back.
- Look for frost on the freezer's back panel; it points to a defrost problem.
Related Help in Clearwater
- Refrigerator water leak repair
- Ice maker repair
- Refrigerator not cooling
- Refrigerator door gasket replacement
- Repair for landlords and property managers
- GE refrigerator repair
Frequently Asked Questions
Usually the evaporator fan has stopped or the coil has frosted over from a defrost failure, so cold air can't reach the fridge side. Both are common, fixable repairs.
Most often the water inlet valve is leaking after it shuts off, or water pressure is low, causing overfill and ice buildup. A damaged fill tube or ice maker can also leak.
Yes. Electrolux owns Frigidaire, and many models share parts and designs.
Kenmore refrigerators were built by several manufacturers. The first three digits of the model number identify the maker: 253 is generally Electrolux/Frigidaire, 106 Whirlpool, and 795 LG.
Most repairs cost $130 to $320, with fans, defrost parts and ice makers the most common. Compressor repairs cost more and are often not worth it on older, basic models.
Usually yes for fans, defrost parts, valves, gaskets and ice makers on units under about 10 years old. Compressor failures on older basic models are usually better replaced.
Frigidaire or Electrolux Problem?
Call with your model number and get a clear quote before any work starts.
Call (727) 387-0008