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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lahaina and the Maui County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Lahaina
Within 60 miles of Lahaina there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Lahaina, and other nearby bases include Wailuku (1), Kahului (1), and Makawao (1). Of those, 1 mentions freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Malama Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Across 3 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Lahaina is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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 | 0.9, 7.0, 10.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
The leading options for Lahaina are Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); My Island Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (20.1 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
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
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
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Lahaina
Most freezer calls in Lahaina come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Lahaina
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Lahaina, HI
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Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Lahaina
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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 a Lahaina technician a trip for parts.