Most freezer breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the defrost system, the evaporator or condenser fan, the thermostat or temperature control, the door gasket and, less often, the sealed system. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Santa Fe Springs and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Santa Fe Springs
40 repair companies serve Santa Fe Springs from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Santa Fe Springs, and other nearby bases include Downey (11), Whittier (9), and Buena Park (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 9 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: General Service Plumbing Whittier, around 2.1 miles out. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Fe Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.5, 2.9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
The leading options for Santa Fe Springs are Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); SP Appliance (7.0 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perez Appliance and Plumbing Repair (7.0 miles away, based in South Gate, 4.5 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- An error code or temperature alarm
- 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
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Santa Fe Springs
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Safety Before Any Repair
Before discarding an old wine cooler or beverage center, take the doors off and leave the shelves in place so children cannot easily climb inside. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Chest freezers are usually more efficient than uprights because their top-opening lid lets less cold air escape. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Santa Fe Springs
Most freezer calls in Santa Fe Springs 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).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Santa Fe Springs
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Santa Fe Springs, CA
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
Which areas near Santa Fe Springs do these technicians cover?
Is my freezer worth fixing?
Why does my garage freezer stop freezing in winter?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Santa Fe Springs
Freezer Repair Near Santa Fe Springs
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the door frame, on a side wall or at the back of a chest freezer) and note any code on the display. It saves a Santa Fe Springs technician a trip for parts.