Fortunately, you can usually fix this yourself without calling a repair technician. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to identify, clear, and prevent a clogged refrigerator drain. Signs of a Clogged Drain
A sheet of ice on the floor of the freezer compartment.
Using a turkey baster or squeeze bottle, gently squirt hot water into the drain hole. If water backs up immediately, the clog is near the top. If it slowly drains, the clog is deeper.
Some refrigerators have a "duckbill" valve or a small rubber grommet at the end of the drain line (near the compressor). These often get stuck shut by dust and gunk. Access the back of the refrigerator.
To unclog your refrigerator drain, you'll need:
Fortunately, you can usually fix this yourself without calling a repair technician. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to identify, clear, and prevent a clogged refrigerator drain. Signs of a Clogged Drain
A sheet of ice on the floor of the freezer compartment.
Using a turkey baster or squeeze bottle, gently squirt hot water into the drain hole. If water backs up immediately, the clog is near the top. If it slowly drains, the clog is deeper.
Some refrigerators have a "duckbill" valve or a small rubber grommet at the end of the drain line (near the compressor). These often get stuck shut by dust and gunk. Access the back of the refrigerator.
To unclog your refrigerator drain, you'll need: