Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention freezers and refrigeration at the top.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Palmetto Bay
Within 30 miles of Palmetto Bay there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Palmetto Bay, and the rest are spread across Miami (28), Cutler Bay (3), and Princeton (1). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 8 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. The closest is Glacier Appliance Repair And Service, about 1.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 28 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 1.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
At the top of the Palmetto Bay list: Flamingo Appliance Service (5.9 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (2.3 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Los Nachos Appliance Services (1.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rodri Repair Appliances Corp (5.2 miles away, based in Miami, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What Gets Fixed on a Palmetto Bay Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Safety Before Any Repair
Before discarding an old wine cooler or beverage center, take the doors off and leave the shelves in place so children cannot easily climb inside. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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
What Freezer Repair Costs in Palmetto Bay
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
What Palmetto Bay Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Palmetto Bay 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 Palmetto Bay Repair Technician
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Palmetto Bay, FL
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What should I do with the food while I wait?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Palmetto Bay
Freezer Repair Near Palmetto Bay
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 Palmetto Bay technician a trip for parts.