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. The Abbeville list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Abbeville
20 repair companies serve Abbeville from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Abbeville, and the rest are spread across Lafayette (7), Maurice (3), and New Iberia (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Nearest on the list: Southern Home Appliance, around 2.1 miles out. 7 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 6.3, 8.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
First up for Abbeville: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (12.5 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mitch Romero's Appliance & A/C Repair Service, Inc. (8.3 miles away, based in Maurice, 4.6 stars from 227 reviews); Handy Hands (20.8 miles away, based in New Iberia, 5.0 stars from 83 reviews); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (15.5 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
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
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:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Local Notes for Abbeville
Most freezer calls in Abbeville come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Abbeville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- 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: Abbeville, LA
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What does a freezer repair usually cost?
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
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Freezer Repair Near Abbeville
Before you call a Abbeville 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.