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 Sebastian and the Indian River County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Sebastian
Within 30 miles of Sebastian there are 36 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Sebastian, and other nearby bases include Vero Beach (10), Palm Bay (10), and Fort Pierce (7). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. R and S Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Sebastian. 10 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 2.5, 4.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 36 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
Closest matches for Sebastian: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (22.9 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (10.6 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews); RMJP Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Home Repair Services LLC (26.8 miles away, based in Fort Pierce, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Sebastian
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer 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
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Freezer Repair Costs in Sebastian
Before replacing a freezer in Sebastian, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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: $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?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Sebastian, FL
Most freezer calls in Sebastian 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 Sebastian Repair Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Sebastian, FL
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Sebastian
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Sebastian faster and cheaper.