Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Susanville and the Lassen County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Freezer Repair in Susanville, CA
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 72-mile radius of Susanville. 2 of them are based in Susanville itself, and the rest are spread across Reno (3) and Shingletown (1). The farthest listed company is about 71 miles out. 1 of them mentions freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Ken's Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Susanville. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 6 businesses. Susanville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 72 miles | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 2.4, 60.4 |
The leading options for Susanville are Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Repair Service (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 7 reviews); All Star Dryer Vent (60.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.9 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M & M Appliance Service Repair (63.1 miles away, based in Shingletown, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Protecting the Food While You Wait
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.
An appliance thermometer is the most reliable way to know the temperature; keep one at the front of both the refrigerator and the freezer and check them at least weekly. Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
Keep the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or colder and the freezer at 0°F (-18°C). Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
Refrigerant must be recovered before a refrigerator or freezer is scrapped; the final disposer in the disposal chain is responsible for recovery, and some municipalities will not pick up appliances until it has been removed. Source: U.S. EPA - Appliance Disposal
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
Before replacing a freezer in Susanville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Susanville
Most freezer calls in Susanville 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 Susanville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Susanville, CA
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Susanville
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Susanville faster and cheaper.