Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Local Freezer Repair in Apollo Beach, FL
Within 30 miles of Apollo Beach there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Apollo Beach, and other nearby bases include Tampa (11), Brandon (10), and Riverview (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The closest is APTSTRONG ESTATES LLC, about 1.0 miles away. 12 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 3.4, 3.8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 27 |
At the top of the Apollo Beach list: Appliances Fix & Care LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Pro (8.2 miles away, based in Riverview, 4.8 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tampa Bay (12.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 1,502 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (13.9 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
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.
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?
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
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Apollo Beach
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Refrigerant and Sealed-System Work
Intentionally venting refrigerant while maintaining, servicing, repairing or disposing of refrigeration equipment is prohibited; only limited releases, such as de minimis amounts during good-faith recovery, are allowed. Source: U.S. EPA - Stationary Refrigeration: Prohibition on Venting Refrigerants
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a freezer in Apollo Beach, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Apollo Beach
Most freezer calls in Apollo Beach come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Apollo Beach
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Apollo Beach, FL
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Apollo Beach
Freezer Repair Near Apollo Beach
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 Apollo Beach technician a trip for parts.