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. 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 Technicians Serving West Perrine, FL
Within 30 miles of West Perrine there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Miami (27), Palmetto Bay (5), and Cutler Bay (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Apex Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from West Perrine. Of those, 9 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 0.8, 1.0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 10 |
The leading options for West Perrine are Flamingo Appliance Service (4.5 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Los Nachos Appliance Services (1.0 miles away, based in Palmetto Bay, 5.0 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (3.4 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rodri Repair Appliances Corp (2.6 miles away, based in Miami, 5.0 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
The Usual Freezer Culprits in West Perrine
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? 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
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
Before replacing a freezer in West Perrine, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it 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?
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.
Local Notes for West Perrine
Most freezer calls in West Perrine 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in West Perrine
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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?
Freezer Repair FAQs: West Perrine, FL
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Freezer Repair Near West Perrine
Before you call a West Perrine technician, check that the freezer is plugged in and the outlet works, that the door closes fully on the gasket, and that nothing is blocking the vents inside. Then note how warm it is and have the model number ready.