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. The Lighthouse Point list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Freezer Repair in Lighthouse Point, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lighthouse Point. 1 of them are based in Lighthouse Point itself, and the rest are spread across Pompano Beach (21), Boca Raton (6), and Deerfield Beach (4). Nearest on the list: Local Home Appliance Service, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 7 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lighthouse Point. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 1.6 |
At the top of the Lighthouse Point list: AAA Century Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 4.9 stars from 284 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Abe's Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Boca Raton, 5.0 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gold Fusion HVAC & Refrigeration Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Compressor hums but will not start
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
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
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
Before replacing a freezer in Lighthouse Point, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
What Lighthouse Point Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Lighthouse Point 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 Lighthouse Point
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Lighthouse Point, FL
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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 Lighthouse Point technician a trip for parts.