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 Palm Beach and the Palm Beach County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Technicians Serving Palm Beach, FL
Within 30 miles of Palm Beach there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Palm Beach itself, and other nearby bases include West Palm Beach (24), Lake Worth Beach (4), and Palm Springs (2). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Appliance King of America is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Palm Beach. 4 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Palm Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
Closest matches for Palm Beach: Avi Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Romano's Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE PROFESSIONAL REPAIR LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Lake Worth Beach, 5.0 stars from 454 reviews); Mr. Appliance of the Palm Beaches (2.3 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.8 stars from 778 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What Gets Fixed on a Palm Beach Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or samsung freezer not working or not freezing.
Refrigerant and Sealed-System Work
Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, technicians who maintain, service or repair equipment that could release refrigerant into the air must hold EPA Section 608 certification; small appliances such as household refrigerators fall under the Type 1 category. Source: U.S. EPA - Section 608 Technician Certification
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)
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
Before replacing a freezer in Palm Beach, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$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?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Palm Beach, FL
Most freezer calls in Palm 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.
Questions to Ask a Palm Beach Repair Technician
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Palm Beach, FL
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Palm Beach
Freezer Repair Near Palm 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 Palm Beach technician a trip for parts.