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Federico L.
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Fix or replace a fridge

Federico L.
  • Investor
  • Orlando, FL
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The house had an old fridge in great working condition. The small kitchen had white Frigidaire appliances, and I had cabinets painted and cosmetic upgrades but did not replaced the appliances at the time. The fridge is a very plain 18 cubic feet one, no ice, no water dispenser. We reversed the door, since was opening at the wall instead of at the kitchen area. Now, the door seam is not properly closing, creating a bad seal, likely because it had 'set' with the prior configuration.

Sounds to me that the most reasonably thing will be to replace a fridge with a newer one, with ice/water dispenser at least.

Should I repair the seam or having the door reinstalled?

Should I change to Stainless Steel (in anticipation of future dishwasher/range issues)?

Sounds to me that the repair cost would not justify deferring a new fridge, but I will find actual $ tomorrow...

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Bettina F.
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Bettina F.
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I do minor appliance repairs all the time.  Replace the seal.  It is easy to do.  Go to Appliance parts on-line and watch the video to see if it is something you can handle.  

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