We get it. Life is busy, and your morning coffee is practically a lifeline, but if your Keurig has started acting like it’s auditioning for a horror movie (hello, creepy gurgling noises), it might be screaming for some attention. Here are the top five signs you’ve been ghosting your coffee machine, along with tips to bring it back to life.
1. It Sounds Like a Haunted House
If your Keurig is gurgling, wheezing, or making noises that could double as a scary movie soundtrack, it’s not possessed—it’s clogged. Mineral buildup in the internal components can restrict water flow, making your machine work overtime just to brew a single cup.
Fix It: A good descaling session will clear out those blockages and bring back the smooth hum of a healthy machine.
2. Your Coffee Tastes... Off
When your cup of morning motivation tastes like a mix of bitterness and yesterday’s leftovers, it’s a sign your machine has old coffee residue and mineral deposits affecting its performance.
Fix It: Cleaning tablets can help eliminate stale residue from the brewing system, letting your coffee shine like it’s supposed to.
3. It’s Slower Than Your Monday Morning
Does it feel like your Keurig is taking forever to fill your cup? Slow brewing is a classic sign of mineral buildup in the internal water lines, forcing the machine to work harder (and slower).
Fix It: Descaling removes the limescale buildup that’s clogging your machine, so you can get back to quick, hassle-free brewing.
4. The Coffee Isn’t Hot Enough
If your coffee is lukewarm instead of steaming hot, it’s not your imagination—or your mug. A neglected machine can lose its ability to heat water to the proper temperature, leaving you with a sad, tepid brew.
Fix It: Regular cleaning and descaling can restore the machine’s ability to heat water effectively, giving you the piping hot coffee you deserve.
5. The Water Looks Questionable
Ever notice cloudy water in your Keurig reservoir? That’s a sign of mineral deposits, chlorine, or other impurities that can affect the quality of your brew (and your health).
Fix It: Replacing your water filter regularly and using a cleaner with eco-friendly ingredients can keep your water—and your coffee—fresh and clean.
Don’t Ghost Your Coffee Machine
Regular cleaning and descaling not only improve the taste of your coffee but also extend the life of your machine, saving you time and money in the long run.
Your coffee machine works hard for you every day—give it a little TLC, and it’ll reward you with better-tasting coffee and a longer lifespan. Start treating your Keurig like the morning hero it is!
