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. Below are the companies within reach of Clearwater, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Clearwater
Within 30 miles of Clearwater there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 17 list an address in Clearwater, and other nearby bases include Largo (9), Palm Harbor (6), and Dunedin (3). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: Fix-Anything | Virtual Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. 10 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.9, 1.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 14 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 30 |
At the top of the Clearwater list: Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (7.3 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CityTech Appliance Repair Largo (5.9 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 488 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Teodor Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Clearwater
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Safety Before Any Repair
Children can become trapped and suffocate in old, unused refrigerators; remove the doors before storing or discarding one, or chain and padlock a door that cannot be removed. Source: CPSC - CPSC Warns About Children Suffocating in Old, Unused Refrigerators
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
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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?
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.
Local Notes for Clearwater
Most freezer calls in Clearwater 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 Clearwater
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Clearwater, FL
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Clearwater
Freezer Repair Near Clearwater
A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Clearwater faster and cheaper.