Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Gurnee and the Lake County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Gurnee
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gurnee. 2 of them are based in Gurnee itself, and other nearby bases include Waukegan (6), Vernon Hills (4), and Lake Zurich (3). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Gurnee. 7 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
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.
| Name freezer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 3.2 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
At the top of the Gurnee list: AMZ Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JT Services Inc - Expert Appliance & HVAC Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Lake Zurich, 5.0 stars from 857 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Freezer Safety Notes
Children can become trapped and suffocate in old, unused refrigerators; remove the doors before storing or discarding one, or chain and padlock a door that cannot be removed. Source: CPSC - CPSC Warns About Children Suffocating in Old, Unused Refrigerators
Extreme temperatures strain a freezer's compressor, so outside mild climates it is best kept indoors, such as in a basement. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
What Freezer Repair Costs in Gurnee
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Gurnee
Most freezer calls in Gurnee come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
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Before You Book in Gurnee
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Gurnee, IL
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Find Your Brand in Gurnee
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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 Gurnee technician a trip for parts.