Display cabinet temperature problems in cafés and retail

Display cabinets fail quietly. A café in Braunton or a deli in Barnstaple can lose holding temperature while the case still “looks cold”.

Common causes of warm cabinets

• Blocked condenser coils behind or under the case
• Overloading that blocks return air grilles
• Night blinds left open overnight in warm rooms
• Failing evaporator fans
• Damaged lids or seals on freezer wells

What staff can check safely

Clear grilles, reduce overloading, and confirm night blinds are used correctly. Do not dismantle sealed systems or handle refrigerant.

When to call an engineer

If temperatures stay high after restocking and airflow checks, request display cabinet repair. Persistent issues may need commercial refrigeration repair or plant work.

Local support

We cover retail and hospitality cabinets across North Devon. See recent callouts or request a refrigeration engineer.

A cabinet that only holds temperature overnight is already telling you the condenser or airflow is losing the fight.