Water under the refrigerator usually comes from the defrost drain or the water line. Here is the Louisville homeowner's guide.
The defrost drain
A clogged defrost drain backs up and leaks onto the floor inside the fridge. Clearing the drain line often fixes it.
The water line
A cracked or loose supply line to the ice maker drips behind or under the fridge. Check the line and the shutoff.
The drain pan
A cracked or misplaced drain pan under the fridge spills water. Inspect it and empty it if it is full.
The filter
A leaking filter housing can also be the source. freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes In Louisville, replacing the filter and its seal is a common fix.
Dry the floor
A fridge leak can warp flooring. Call 888-217-3585 and Louisville Plumbing Experts will match you with a Louisville pro.
Plumbing in Louisville: what to know
In Louisville, freezing winters put stress on exposed lines, and many older homes still have aging galvanized pipes. Pros in our network know the local quirks and bring the right parts on the first visit.
Across Jefferson County — from Shively, St Matthews and Louisville Jefferson County to ZIP codes like 40217, 40204, 40208 — homeowners deal with the same kinds of issues. The tips above apply locally, and when a job goes beyond a quick fix, a vetted local pro is only a call away.
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If a plumbing issue is beyond a quick fix, don't wait for it to get worse. Call 888-217-3585 and Louisville Plumbing Experts will match you with a vetted local pro — usually within minutes. Learn more about plumbing help in Louisville.