there is, however, a possibility that the fridge might be crooked, as these basement floors are not perfectly level. this isn't the first time i've notice leakage, and it tends to be worst in the summer - which makes sense. but, i took the fridge out to clean behind it the other day, as well. it's certainly possible that i might have left the fridge tilted, exacerbating the existing problem.
i'm going to watch how he takes it apart...
like i say - i don't own this device, and replacing a fridge really isn't in my budget.
once he comes down here and does that, i can finish cleaning on that side.