When a freezer in Tarpon Springs starts to warm, the first question is whether it is a setting, a blocked vent, a door that is not sealing or a failed part. 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.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Tarpon Springs
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tarpon Springs. 5 list an address in Tarpon Springs, and the rest are spread across New Port Richey (11), Holiday (7), and Palm Harbor (7). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 8 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Appliance Repair Technologies Tarpon Springs is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Tarpon Springs. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
The leading options for Tarpon Springs are Mr. Appliance of Pasco County (6.6 miles away, based in New Port Richey, 4.7 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Pinellas County (9.7 miles away, based in Oldsmar, 4.9 stars from 608 reviews, lists Saturday hours); APPLIANCE REPAIR TEODOR (12.8 miles away, based in Tampa, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Clearwater, 4.7 stars from 165 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
Food Safety When a Freezer Warms Up
Keep the door closed. Every opening lets cold air out. Put an appliance thermometer inside so you know the real temperature, and move food to another freezer or a cooler with ice if the repair will take longer than the freezer can hold.
Thawed food can be safely refrozen if it still has ice crystals or is at 40°F or below. Source: FoodSafety.gov - Three Ways to Keep Food Safe When You Lose Power
An appliance thermometer is the most reliable way to know the temperature; keep one at the front of both the refrigerator and the freezer and check them at least weekly. Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Tarpon Springs
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
Most freezer repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new freezer. Published ranges:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour 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 Tarpon Springs, FL
Most freezer calls in Tarpon Springs 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 Tarpon Springs
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Tarpon Springs, FL
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Why is my freezer warm but the motor is running?
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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 Tarpon Springs faster and cheaper.