If you open your refrigerator and find sour milk or warm wine it should be apparent that your fridge is not cooling well enough. The problem is more than just one of annoyance and odors; it’s a health issue. Listeria and other foodborne pathogens, along with mold, can grow in refrigerators that are not cool enough. 

In many cases, there is no need to rush out and buy a new refrigerator. While you may need to eventually call in an appliance technician for some repairs, other fixes are simple to do and require no special tools or knowledge.

Listed below are 10 straightforward reasons why your refrigerator is not cooling and what to do about them.

The average lifespan of a refrigerator is around 10 years and can last for up to 20 years if maintained properly.