Frigidaire Refrigerator Repair – Uniontown, OH (FFHS2311PF8A)

A Frigidaire side-by-side refrigerator on Tumbleweed St NW in Uniontown was leaking from underneath, with the customer reporting ice buildup they’d been cleaning regularly. Our diagnosis revealed a plugged defrost drain causing water to back up and leak onto the floor instead of draining properly.

The Problem

The customer contacted us about their leaking refrigerator. This Frigidaire side-by-side with freezer on left was leaking from underneath, not from the freezer section. The customer had been cleaning ice buildup as it accumulated.

Diagnosis

Upon inspection, we found the defrost drain was plugged. When the defrost drain becomes blocked, water from the automatic defrost cycle can’t flow to the drain pan underneath the refrigerator. Instead, it backs up and eventually leaks onto the floor, often creating ice buildup in the process.

The Repair

• Parts replaced: No parts replaced
• Work performed: Cleaned and flushed defrost drain
• Result: Good to go

Is It Worth Repairing?

Frigidaire refrigerators are generally reliable appliances, and a plugged defrost drain is a common maintenance issue rather than a major component failure. When the repair involves no parts replacement and restores full function, it’s definitely worth addressing to prevent ongoing water damage to your floors.

Maintenance Tips for Frigidaire Refrigerators

• Check the defrost drain periodically and flush with warm water if you notice ice buildup
• Keep the refrigerator coils clean — Frigidaire models benefit from annual coil cleaning
• Monitor door seals on side-by-side models as they work harder than single-door units

Appliance Repair in Uniontown, OH

Uniontown is in Summit County — an area we cover regularly from our base in Louisville, OH. We also serve Green, Hartville, and North Canton. Louisville Appliance Repair is owned and operated by Samuel Willhite, a master-certified technician with Bosch and Speed Queen factory authorizations. If your appliance needs service, schedule online or call (330) 693-9163. You can also find us on Google and read verified reviews from customers across Summit County and surrounding areas.