Defy fridge repairs in Durban
Defy fridge and freezer repairs in Durban: compressors, evaporator and condenser fan motors, and gas leaks, fixed on site.
Defy is one of the most common fridge brands in South African homes, and many of those fridges have been running for ten years or more. We repair Defy fridges, freezers and combination units across Durban, on site, so you do not have to move the fridge or wait days for it to come back.
Most of our Defy call-outs come down to a short list of faults, listed below. Knowing which one you have is the difference between a repair that lasts and one that does not.
Faults we see on Defy fridges
- Compressor problems, including a compressor that will not start or has failed
- Evaporator fan motor failure, so the freezer stays cold but the fridge does not
- Condenser fan motor failure, so the fridge runs hot and cannot shed heat
- Internal gas leaks
- Faulty thermostats and temperature controls
- Ice build-up and water leaks from a blocked or failed defrost system
A regas on a Defy with an internal gas leak does not repair the problem permanently. The gas escapes again. We find the leak and fix it, or tell you honestly if the fridge is no longer worth repairing.
What it costs
Clear pricing
- Call-out fees start from R250 and depend on your area.
- Minor repairs typically cost between R350 and R950.
- Major repairs start from R1,250.
We diagnose the fault first, so you know what is wrong and what it will cost before work starts.
Call 083 538 5106Common questions
Defy repairs: questions we get
Why is my Defy fridge not cooling but the freezer works?
Usually the evaporator fan, the defrost system or the thermostat. If the freezer is cold, the compressor is normally fine, and the cold air is not reaching the fridge section.
Is regassing a Defy fridge a permanent fix?
No. If the gas has leaked out there is a leak in the sealed system, and topping up only delays the problem. The leak has to be found and repaired.