Cheaper to replace whole fridge, or replace compressor?

Question

Pretty sure its the compressor that's shot. Would click a few times, then do nothing instead of starting up. Think its 4-6 years old.

Answer 1

Go shopping, new is good, buy the best fridge you can afford your gonna use it ALOT.

Answer 2

The compressor may be under warranty, in which case replacing it is free.  Such was the case with my refrigerator; the warranty was 7 years.  If not under warranty, it will probably be cheaper to replace just the compressor -- but if the unit is more than ten years old, replacing the whole thing will be cheaper in the long run because the newer ones use less power.

Answer 3

If you are able replace the fridge.  Compressors are expensive plus the labor.....oh my!

Answer 4

Replace the whole thing if you can afford it. Do shop around. many appliance stores have better deals than HD or Lowes'