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. Below are the companies within reach of Cheval, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Cheval
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cheval. Other nearby bases include Tampa (22), Odessa (6), and Lutz (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 11 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Nearest on the list: Viking Compass Repair, around 3.3 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cheval. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 33 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 3.3, 3.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
At the top of the Cheval list: ER Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 4.9 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (7.2 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aussie's Appliance Services (5.4 miles away, based in Land O' Lakes, 4.9 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (5.7 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
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.
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
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 Cheval
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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
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Cheval, FL
Most freezer calls in Cheval 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.
Questions to Ask a Cheval Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Cheval, FL
Why is my freezer warm but the motor is running?
Why does my garage freezer stop freezing in winter?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Cheval
Freezer Repair Near Cheval
Before you call a Cheval 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.