Commercial refrigeration

Commercial chiller or freezer not holding temperature?

From temperature problems and ice build-up to leaks, unusual noises and complete breakdowns, we'll diagnose the fault and carry out the necessary repairs.

  • Fault finding
  • Repairs
Coletrup Cooling engineer in safety glasses checking system pressures with manifold gauges

Common problems

Signs your refrigeration needs attention.

  • Not holding temperature

    Struggling to maintain the correct operating temperature.

  • Ice build-up

    Excessive frost or ice forming where it shouldn't.

  • Unusual noises

    New or excessive humming, buzzing, knocking or clicking.

  • Leaks

    Water or other signs of leakage around the equipment.

  • Electrical faults

    Tripping, cutting out, failing to start or losing power.

  • Running constantly

    Equipment running continuously or cycling more frequently than normal.

  • Alarms & error codes

    Warning lights, alarms or fault codes showing on the controller.

Before you get in touch

A few details can help us understand the fault:

  • What the equipment is doing, or not doing
  • The current temperature, if displayed
  • Any alarms or error codes showing
  • When the problem started
  • The make and model, if known

Need help with a refrigeration fault?

Tell us what's happening and we'll arrange the next steps.

How it works

From fault to repair.

  1. Tell us what's happening

    Tell us the symptoms, temperature readings and any error codes showing.

  2. We diagnose the fault

    We carry out fault finding to identify the cause of the problem.

  3. We get it sorted

    We explain what's required and carry out the necessary repair.

On the job

Out on site.

Photos from recent refrigeration repairs, from compressor changes to electrical fault finding.

  • Refrigeration control panel with contactors and wiring, with a clamp meter and hand tools below
    Control panel fault finding
  • New scroll compressor on the floor beside a refrigeration compressor pack, with tools ready
    Compressor pack repair
  • Compressor and pipework inside a commercial freezer cabinet during a compressor repair, with a drill and socket set
    Freezer compressor repair
  • New and old scroll compressors side by side on the floor during a repair
    Faulty compressor changed
  • Fan guard on a refrigerated cabinet clogged with dust
    Fan guard clogged with dust

More refrigeration support

Commercial refrigeration covered.

Alongside commercial fridges and freezers, we service, maintain and repair display refrigeration, cold rooms and cellar cooling systems.

Common questions

Good to know.

Can't find what you're looking for? Ask us on WhatsApp or request a quote and we'll come back to you.

My refrigeration equipment isn't holding temperature. What should I do?

If the temperature is rising or fluctuating, get in touch as soon as possible. We can diagnose the cause and advise on the repair required.

Why does my refrigeration equipment keep icing up?

Excessive ice build-up can indicate an underlying issue with airflow, defrost, controls or the refrigeration system. We can fault-find the cause and carry out the necessary repair.

Do you offer refrigeration servicing and maintenance?

Yes. We provide servicing and planned maintenance for commercial refrigeration equipment to help maintain performance, identify developing faults and reduce the risk of unexpected breakdowns.

Related services

  • Commercial Refrigeration

    Servicing, maintenance, fault finding and repairs for a range of commercial refrigeration systems and equipment.

  • Cold Room Repairs & Maintenance

    Servicing, maintenance and repairs to keep cold rooms operating reliably and maintaining the correct temperature.

  • Display Refrigeration Repairs & Maintenance

    Servicing, fault finding and repairs for commercial display refrigeration, helping keep products at the correct temperature.

  • Cellar Cooling Repairs & Maintenance

    Servicing, maintenance, fault finding and repairs for cellar cooling systems, helping maintain reliable operation and the correct storage temperature.

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