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 Erie and the Boulder County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Technicians Serving Erie, CO
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Erie. 1 list an address in Erie, and the rest are spread across Thornton (10), Longmont (7), and Broomfield (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Nearest on the list: Columbine Appliance & Fireplaces, around 1.0 miles out. 5 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 14 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 4.0, 4.2 |
First up for Erie: Columbine Appliance & Fireplaces (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,693 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Boulder (9.0 miles away, based in Boulder, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Elevation Appliance and Fireplace (4.2 miles away, based in Frederick, 5.0 stars from 167 reviews); Fix Master Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Food Safety When a Freezer Warms Up
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.
Thawed food can be safely refrozen if it still has ice crystals or is at 40°F or below. Source: FoodSafety.gov - Three Ways to Keep Food Safe When You Lose Power
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
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Freezer Safety Notes
The Refrigerator Safety Act requires household refrigerators to have a door mechanism, usually a magnetic latch, that lets the door be opened from the inside, so older latch-door units carelessly stored or discarded where children can reach them remain a suffocation hazard. Source: CPSC - Refrigerator Safety Act (archived)
Keeping the condenser coils clean helps older refrigerators run efficiently; the owner's manual explains how to clean them safely. Source: U.S. DOE Energy Saver - Consumer Guide to Kitchen Appliances
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
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:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Local Notes for Erie
Most freezer calls in Erie come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Erie
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Erie, CO
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Before you call a Erie 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.