Freezer Repair Near You
Get connected with an independent company that repairs chest freezers, upright freezers, drawer freezers and the freezer section of fridge-freezers.
A freezer that is not keeping food frozen is most often a defrost-system failure (heavy frost on the back wall), a failed evaporator fan, a worn door gasket or a bad start relay. These are typically fixed for $120–$400. A warm freezer with the compressor silent points to the relay or compressor — call quickly, since a full freezer keeps food safe for roughly 24–48 hours with the door shut.
What's wrong with your freezer? Common problems and typical repair cost
Every symptom below is a job the company you're connected with sees every week. Prices are typical US ranges for parts plus labor — the exact figure depends on your model and is quoted before any work starts.
| Freezer symptom | Usual cause | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Not freezing / food thawing | Start relay, evaporator fan, defrost system, compressor | $120 – $450 |
| Heavy frost or ice build-up | Defrost heater, defrost thermostat or timer, door gasket | $120 – $300 |
| Freezer too cold / over-freezing | Thermostat, temperature control board, damper | $100 – $280 |
| Loud buzzing, humming or rattling | Fan motor, compressor mounts, start relay | $120 – $400 |
| Chest freezer leaking water | Defrost drain, drain plug, gasket sweating | $80 – $200 |
| Runs all the time | Gasket, dirty condenser, thermostat | $80 – $250 |
How freezer repair works when you call
Brand, type of freezer, and the symptom — takes about two minutes.
We connect you with an independent repair company that covers your ZIP code and can take the job.
The company confirms its visit fee, diagnoses the freezer, quotes the repair and — if you approve — usually completes it the same visit when the part is on the truck.
What to have ready before you call
- The brand and model number (usually on a sticker inside the door or on the back)
- The symptom in plain words — what it does, what it does not do, any error code on the display
- Roughly how old the freezer is (helps the company advise repair vs. replace honestly)
- Whether it is still under manufacturer warranty — if so, contact the manufacturer first
Brands the companies commonly repair
Independent repair for Frigidaire, GE, Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, Samsung, LG and Sub-Zero — and most other household brands. Brand names are used for identification only; the companies are independent and not affiliated with the manufacturers. Premium and built-in models are often handled by specialists, so name the brand when you call.
Repair or replace your freezer?
Chest and upright freezers commonly last 12–20 years. Replace when the compressor fails on a unit over 12 years old; repair almost everything else. The common rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit and the appliance is not near the end of its typical lifespan. Use the repair-or-replace calculator for a quick answer on your specific case.
Common questions
My freezer stopped — how long is the food safe?
With the door closed, a full freezer holds safe temperature for about 48 hours (24 hours if half full). Do not open it to check. Book the visit, then keep the door shut.
Do they repair chest freezers and garage freezers?
Yes — say the type and where it is installed when you call. Garage freezers in very cold rooms can also stop cycling due to the ambient temperature, which is worth mentioning.
Why is there thick frost on the back wall?
That is the classic sign of a failed defrost cycle — the heater, defrost thermostat or control is not melting the coil frost, so air stops flowing. It is one of the most common and affordable freezer repairs.
Is the freezer under warranty?
Warranty repairs go through the manufacturer. We connect you with independent companies for out-of-warranty work.
Published 2026-09-22 · Updated 2026-09-22