How to Defrost A Freezer - DIY Hacks - House Cleaning Tutorial

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  • How to defrost a freezer- DIY Hacks & A House Cleaning Tutorial.
    Today on Ask a House Cleaner, we look at house cleaning DIY hacks the house cleaner and maid service might use.
    Clean my space and defrost a freezer! Angela Brown, The House Cleaning Guru's got you covered in this tutorial. Using coolers, ice chests, and stackable bins to defrost a freezer has never been easier.
    If you're a homeowner looking for tips, look no further than a hair dryer to melt ice in your freezer. Hang on, now you're the savvy cleaner.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 78

  • @AskAngelaBrown
    @AskAngelaBrown  3 роки тому +1

    Take a peek at this playlist of similar videos we made on cleaning appliances. More expert info.
    ua-cam.com/play/PLh1fKdNH3piS2UFZlJJqX6SreuSyV4vJf.html

  • @harrisfoster2204
    @harrisfoster2204 2 роки тому +10

    I normally will boil 2 pots of water and place them on a cutting board in the freezer and close the door, I check ever 1/2 hour and empty the pan that I place in the bottom. Keep 2 more pots of water boiling in case you need it.
    Don't forget to put towels around the freezer if it's indoors, as my 2 freezer are.
    This year I purchased a large frost free stand lone freezer, I'm loving her. I think I'm addicted too freezer space. I have 4.
    Side by side, a small top load, a 4 foot with 4 shelves, and my very large new addition. We're a family of 2, I bulk cook and bulk buy meats and frozen vegetables.
    I'm always trying to find new storage ideas. Love the small tubs. I use recycling bags to keep like with like. Thanks
    Also I'm addicted to freezer videos 🤣🤣.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 роки тому +1

      I’m glad you liked the video on defrosting your freezer. You’ll have to let me know what you keep in your freezers. 👍

  • @brianschott6088
    @brianschott6088 6 років тому +9

    My mom taught me to boil water in our biggest widest shallow pots.
    Once food is out splash hot water around with a small cup to get the worst of it.
    Then leave pots one per shelf and close door for a while. For her, a cigarette or two.
    Go back and use the plastic spatula but use fresh hot water to sluce thicker areas or clear fine racking.
    Cheers brian

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much for sharing this tip with our community. 🤗

  • @catinahawkins9925
    @catinahawkins9925 7 років тому +14

    I like that you showed us how you did everything. I never thought about melting the ice with a hair dryer. Great idea. It really speeds up the process. Thank you !!!

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому

      I appreciate you taking the time to write me this kind comment, 🤗.

    • @KhushnaShah
      @KhushnaShah Рік тому +3

      I thought they said it affects the fridge freezer sealants and the longevity - so that’s why they say no to a hairdryer …

  • @slhemp3556
    @slhemp3556 4 роки тому +7

    Loved the idea of using containers to categorize and organize the items. Nice presentation. Thanks.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +2

      I especially like it for small items. I have a big double size plastic shoe box that fits in the freezer that holds lots of small bowl shaped 4 oz snap top containers. By themselves the small containers don't stack well in a freezer so it's great having the storage container to fit them all in. :-)

  • @gabrielacerqueira4530
    @gabrielacerqueira4530 6 років тому +2

    Hello Angela!
    When a client asks for special projects, refrigerator cleaning ($30) + inside 1 cabinet ($12) + regular basic cleaning ($25/hour), style “try to get done as maximum as you can” in 3 hours:
    In this case, normally, should we budgeted time and then charge the 2 special projects a side the 3 hours given by the client and explain them or include those into the 3 hours requested by the client?
    I’m new at house cleaning, Having hard time to charge and deal with special projects.
    Thanks!!!!

  • @athomewithghousia5765
    @athomewithghousia5765 2 роки тому +2

    Hair dryer damage freezer

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, it can damage the freezer if you don't unplug the freezer before defrosting. Always unplug the freezer first before you begin any defrosting process. This will help the water thaw and drain, rather than trying to blow hot air at a cool coil.

  • @debbiejames5720
    @debbiejames5720 Рік тому +2

    thanks for tips, I purchased my first freezer last year and I need to defrost it. my mom used to use a knife to scrape the ice now I know not to use a knife. I love the ideas of bins to hold food neatly since I have a chest freezer instead of just piling it on top of everything thanks again

  • @marielleschultz9807
    @marielleschultz9807 Рік тому +1

    This seems to be the tips for people who have a separate freezer. What about for the basic full sized fridge with a seperate freezer at the top?? Wouldn't unplugging it unplug the entire fridge as well? SO I have to empty the contents of my freezer AND my entire fridge?

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  5 місяців тому +1

      Most side by side freezers (one side fridge and the other side freezer) in the past 20 years is self-defrosting. If you have a freezer that needs to be defrosted, (usually it will be on the top of the fridge, and the fridge under the freezer) then yes, you will have to empty all the contents from both. Defrost the freezer and put all the contents back. That would be the only way to not get water all over your food and condiments.

  • @jltappliance6031
    @jltappliance6031 3 роки тому +2

    The quickest way to defrost it would be to used a steamer. It will melt all the ice under an hour.

  • @mystikskye
    @mystikskye 2 роки тому +2

    I just found your channel and I know this is year old but I read online when I got my first stand alone freezer that you shouldn’t use hair dryers to defrost it because it can damage things and cause the freezer to stop working. So is this not true?

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 роки тому +1

      I'm not sure if it's true for all freezers. So far I haven't had any issues using the steamer to clean mine.

    • @mystikskye
      @mystikskye 2 роки тому

      @@AskAngelaBrown do you think using a steamer would be better than using a hair dryer? I’m getting a new freezer tomorrow actually and I want to make sure I take care of it the right way from the beginning.

  • @garybnkr
    @garybnkr Рік тому +1

    Never use a hair dryer in your freezer. All manufacturers say this in the owner's manual. I put hot water in a bucket and close the door for 15-20 minutes.

  • @summerrose8964
    @summerrose8964 3 роки тому +2

    Where is a good place to bye the plastic bins for very low cost

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  3 роки тому +1

      We usually pick them up for our customers at Wal-Mart for $3 to $4 a piece for the big ones that hold all the smaller packets of food.

  • @rcdaluz
    @rcdaluz 4 роки тому +7

    The best thing to do is just buy a no frost freezer.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching the video.🙂

    • @happygirl7258
      @happygirl7258 Рік тому

      This will be what I do next!

  • @DonMhata
    @DonMhata 4 роки тому +2

    @Angela Brown thanks so much for this video unfortunately weathers not great here in the U.K thanks again and stay safe x

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +2

      You're welcome. Thank you for your feedback and thanks for watching the video. Stay safe. Sending hugs. 🤗

  • @nel2895
    @nel2895 Рік тому +1

    I just hose the inside with the garden hose, the water temp will met i fast 20 min and you done, do it outside, Use paper towel's to dried the inside and i plug it right back and got it working, all in 1 Hour

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Рік тому +1

      Good to know, thanks for sharing your cleaning tips.

  • @jdrollston64
    @jdrollston64 4 місяці тому +1

    Miss Angela is a cutie!

  • @cindygibbs1724
    @cindygibbs1724 5 років тому +4

    You could also use a fan.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому

      Thank you for taking the time to write me a comment : )

  • @j7ndominica051
    @j7ndominica051 4 роки тому +1

    My freezer has simple pipes without many radiator blades and the ice fell off by itself with a little help after about an hour, and most of it could be removed in solid form. I suspect that the pipes carry heat from the outside because I heard bubbling and hissing during the melting process. My freezer hadn't been defrosted for several years, until I finally consumed all the stored food. I've used a fan placed on a stool with another freezer.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому

      I'm so glad your freezer is defrosted now. That is a great story and I'll bet its so rewarding to be able to put food back in there now that there is space. High Five! You get a gold star! :-)

  • @ilovetoteach1781
    @ilovetoteach1781 Рік тому +1

    It’s not a separate “ freezer “, it’s a part of the regular fridge .

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Рік тому +2

      Thank you for joining the conversation! 😊

  • @TaraElaine1982
    @TaraElaine1982 5 місяців тому

    Can you do a video on how to clean the ice dispenser on the fridge?

  • @bettyvanderhooven-schmaasc4235
    @bettyvanderhooven-schmaasc4235 2 роки тому +1

    Hot water & close the door for 20 mins. No scraping.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  2 роки тому +1

      It depends on how much build up there is. Your solution sounds like it would work in light maintenance defrosting situations. Thanks for recommending this. 👏

  • @bhavaniofficial6293
    @bhavaniofficial6293 4 роки тому +2

    I tried for my own refrigerator it worked

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +1

      Awesome!! Thanks for your feedback and thank you for watching the video.🙂

  • @pinkfurryhat
    @pinkfurryhat Рік тому +1

    Its been 19 hours

  • @andreaross3283
    @andreaross3283 3 роки тому +2

    Good tips!

  • @milkcookies7753
    @milkcookies7753 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this video from the uk 🇬🇧

  • @pilly1000
    @pilly1000 2 роки тому +2

    I wish I had OCD like this.

  • @leahnanchy3660
    @leahnanchy3660 4 роки тому

    My freezer is in the house and would need to be moved outside to avoid flooding the utility room. I assume I would need to hire a maid service because I can't move the freezer myself.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому

      +Leah Nanchy it is probably a better idea to put several towels on the floor of the utility room and wipe up the floor as the freezer thaws. I don’t know a maid service that moves freezers for liability reasons. And then you would have to move it back in. In any event, keep me posted. I want to hear how this works out. 😁

  • @shirle8679
    @shirle8679 4 роки тому

    Thank you from Sweden. Hair dryer tip shaved hours for me.

  • @rory7889
    @rory7889 5 років тому +1

    Can you also do a video on keeping a fridge clean please

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +2

      Thanks so much for watching my video. I’ll add that to my it’s of future video topics : )

    • @ryannesbitt9783
      @ryannesbitt9783 4 роки тому +1

      @@AskAngelaBrown did you ever make that video?

  • @mariaraysses-whipple1348
    @mariaraysses-whipple1348 4 роки тому +3

    Angela, You are magnificent! Many thanks for this fabulous tutorial on this often-postponed household duty!

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +1

      You are so welcome! Thank you so much for your feedback and thanks for watching. 🙂

  • @cafeimmico3649
    @cafeimmico3649 Рік тому

    Its shameful that you suggest hairdryer a sure war of damaging next time put bucket of water in each shell close door after 30 min peel ICE and wipe off water

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for your tips. I appreciate you joining the larger conversation.

    • @cafeimmico3649
      @cafeimmico3649 Рік тому

      Welcome steaming water tray / bucket please. Hairdryer due to abrupt temp change Cracks the cooling filments

  • @juliejay5436
    @juliejay5436 5 років тому +1

    Angela, you are awesome, thank you!

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому

      Thank you so much for watching my video ❤️

  • @debbieexcell5088
    @debbieexcell5088 4 роки тому

    I have observed where heated water is poured on the ice. Or, a pot of boiled water was placed in the freezer for a while.
    Is this a dangerous practice?

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +1

      I've also observed this. And I'm assuming when people do this the freezer is turned off at the breaker or unplugged? It is done as a way to speed up the process because it can take HOURS to melt ice if defrosted and there is a lot of build up.

    • @godsown4683
      @godsown4683 2 роки тому

      I did it and it really works wonders. Does not spoil the freezer.

  • @terrizais777
    @terrizais777 4 роки тому

    Hi, Angela. Great video! I'm Pat's cousin.

    • @AskAngelaBrown
      @AskAngelaBrown  4 роки тому +1

      Terri! Wow, how are you? I don't know why but seeing you here puts this big grin on my face. Thanks for your kind words and for dropping by to say hi. Send my love to the family. 🤗🤗🤗

    • @terrizais777
      @terrizais777 4 роки тому

      @@AskAngelaBrown You too! Hope you're well.

  • @rory7889
    @rory7889 5 років тому

    I use flash wipes and if there is mould I use bleach with water am I doing it right

  • @NT-ok8nr
    @NT-ok8nr 4 роки тому

    I thought this would be in mexican✌️