A freezer that quietly stops freezing costs more than the repair once the food inside is lost, so speed matters more here than with most appliances. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Monrovia and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Monrovia
40 repair companies serve Monrovia from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Monrovia itself, and the rest are spread across Pasadena (10), Sierra Madre (3), and Temple City (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Repair Monrovia, around 1.4 miles out. 5 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Monrovia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.6, 2.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Monrovia: Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (9.1 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in La Puente, 4.8 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Before the Food Thaws
Keep the door closed. Every opening lets cold air out. Put an appliance thermometer inside so you know the real temperature, and move food to another freezer or a cooler with ice if the repair will take longer than the freezer can hold.
Perishable foods held above 40°F for more than 2 hours should be thrown out. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
During a power outage, an unopened refrigerator keeps food cold for about 4 hours; a full freezer holds its temperature for about 48 hours and a half-full freezer for about 24 hours if the door stays shut. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Monrovia
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, technicians who maintain, service or repair equipment that could release refrigerant into the air must hold EPA Section 608 certification; small appliances such as household refrigerators fall under the Type 1 category. Source: U.S. EPA - Section 608 Technician Certification
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
Most freezer repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new freezer. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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 Monrovia
Most freezer calls in Monrovia 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).
Questions to Ask a Monrovia Repair Technician
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Monrovia, CA
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
What should I do with the food while I wait?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
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Freezer Repair Near Monrovia
Before you call a Monrovia 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.