How to Know If Your Old LG Fridge Is Low on Gas, Gas Refilling Costs?

If your old LG fridge, after several years of use, suddenly fails to cool properly, if there's a lingering odor in the fridge, or if the compressor is running but the fridge remains unfrozen, it's time to consider that your LG fridge may be lacking gas, leaking, or has a damaged evaporator coil. Due to neglect in daily cleaning, unnoticed punctures in the evaporator coil may occur due to sharp objects... Here, we'll guide you on how to recognize when your old LG fridge is low on gas and the detailed gas charging costs:

1. Ways to Tell If Your Old LG Fridge Is Low on Gas

• Method 1: Using Soap Bubbles for Detection: Dilute soap and create bubbles, let your old LG fridge operate normally, then apply the soapy water to the pipes, condenser, and evaporator coil. Pay attention to where the soap bubbles emerge, indicating a leak. Typically, due to careless fridge maintenance, the evaporator coil of an old LG fridge is prone to punctures from sharp objects.

Method 2: Oil Stains: Clean your old LG fridge thoroughly, then let it operate normally. Afterwards, inspect the pipes and heat exchangers closely; any spots with oil stains indicate a leak.

2. How Much Does It Cost to Refill Gas in an Old LG Fridge?

Compared to last year, the cost of refilling gas in an old LG fridge hasn't changed much. Here are the approximate charges:

• For fridges with a capacity of 90 to 160 liters: Gas refill costs range from 500,000 to 600,000 VND
• For fridges with a capacity of 180 to 250 liters: Gas refill costs range from 1,000,000 to 1,500,000 VND
• For fridges with a capacity of 260 to 350 liters: Gas refill costs range from 1,600,000 to 1,800,000 VND
• For fridges with a capacity of 400 to 600 liters: Gas refill costs range from 2,000,000 to 2,300,000 VND
• For fridges with a capacity of over 600 liters: Gas refill costs exceed 2,500,000 VND