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 Kendall West and the Miami-Dade County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Kendall West
40 repair companies serve Kendall West from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Miami (38) and Doral (2). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Above All Appliances, around 1.0 miles out. Of those, 9 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.2, 1.4 |
The leading options for Kendall West are Flamingo Appliance Service (3.9 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Doral, 4.6 stars from 551 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viga Appliances repair (9.6 miles away, based in Doral, 4.9 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (7.2 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
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
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
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Kendall West
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
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
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Local Notes for Kendall West
Most freezer calls in Kendall West 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Kendall West
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Kendall West, FL
Is my freezer worth fixing?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Are you affiliated with any freezer brand?
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
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Before you call a Kendall West 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.