When a freezer in Franklin starts to warm, the first question is whether it is a setting, a blocked vent, a door that is not sealing or a failed part. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention freezers and refrigeration at the top.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Franklin
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Franklin. Other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Merced (3). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.6 miles out. 11 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 31 businesses. Franklin is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 3.4, 4.7 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
Closest matches for Franklin: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Merced, 4.2 stars from 169 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pro Appliance Inc (4.7 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ikes Appliance and Associates (20.9 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.2 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Safety Before Any Repair
Children can become trapped and suffocate in old, unused refrigerators; remove the doors before storing or discarding one, or chain and padlock a door that cannot be removed. Source: CPSC - CPSC Warns About Children Suffocating in Old, Unused Refrigerators
Extreme temperatures strain a freezer's compressor, so outside mild climates it is best kept indoors, such as in a basement. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Franklin
Most freezer calls in Franklin come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Repair Company in Franklin
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Franklin, CA
How cold should a freezer be?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
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Before you call a Franklin technician, check that the freezer is plugged in and the outlet works, that the door closes fully on the gasket, and that nothing is blocking the vents inside. Then note how warm it is and have the model number ready.