Most freezer breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the defrost system, the evaporator or condenser fan, the thermostat or temperature control, the door gasket and, less often, the sealed system. The Tamarac list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Tamarac
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tamarac. 8 of them are based in Tamarac itself, and other nearby bases include Sunrise (9), Coral Springs (9), and Margate (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 5 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. APPLIANCE SERVICE SOLUTIONS, CORP is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Tamarac. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
The leading options for Tamarac are Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Coral Springs, 4.6 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gold Fusion HVAC & Refrigeration Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Oleg Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Pompano Beach, 4.9 stars from 353 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JustOn Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Fort Lauderdale, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Compressor hums but will not start
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Tamarac
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Tamarac
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
Refrigerant must be recovered before a refrigerator or freezer is scrapped; the final disposer in the disposal chain is responsible for recovery, and some municipalities will not pick up appliances until it has been removed. Source: U.S. EPA - Appliance Disposal
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)
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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Tamarac, FL
Most freezer calls in Tamarac 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 Tamarac
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Tamarac, FL
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Freezer Repair Near Tamarac
A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Tamarac faster and cheaper.