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Fridge Leaking Water? Common Causes and Fixes

Quick answer

A leaking fridge most often has a clogged defrost drain, a leaking water supply line to the ice maker or dispenser, or a cracked drain pan. Find where the water shows up first: inside the fridge, under the crisper drawers, or on the floor behind it.

Safety first: unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker before touching anything inside, and shut off the water or gas supply where it applies. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas utility from outside.

Step by step guide

Likely causes, safe owner checks, when to call a pro, and repair or replace advice are in the full guide from Local Help Stations. The steps are the same in Arizona; the local facts below are not.

What does it cost in Arizona?

Call for a quote. Repair costs depend on the brand, the model, the part and the shop, so this site does not publish price ranges. Ask each shop for its diagnostic or trip fee and a written quote after diagnosis.

Food temperature guidance: U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Are You Storing Food Safely?.

Arizona repair shops

Partner shops coming soon. No Arizona repair shop is listed on this site yet. Shops will only be shown as partners after they agree in writing. Until then, ask any shop you call whether it works on your refrigerator and brand, and check reviews from more than one source.

Arizona facts that matter

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FAQ

Why is there water under my fridge?

Common causes are a clogged defrost drain, a leaking supply line or valve, a cracked drain pan, or a filter housing leak.

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