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. The Hammocks list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Freezers Near The Hammocks
40 repair companies serve The Hammocks from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Miami (37), Palmetto Bay (2), and Cutler Bay (1). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Of those, 9 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Miami Vent Pros, about 1.5 miles away. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from The Hammocks. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.5, 2.5 |
The leading options for The Hammocks are Flamingo Appliance Service (2.6 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.6 miles away, based in Doral, 4.6 stars from 551 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (6.8 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Los Nachos Appliance Services (7.7 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or freezer not freezing.
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
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
What Freezer Repair Costs in The Hammocks
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:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Around The Hammocks
Most freezer calls in The Hammocks 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.
Before You Book in The Hammocks
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
Freezer Repair FAQs: The Hammocks, FL
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What temperature should my freezer be set to?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
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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 The Hammocks technician a trip for parts.