Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of River Ridge, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near River Ridge
Within 30 miles of River Ridge there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Nearest on the list: Crescent Appliance Service Center, around 1.5 miles out. Of those, 20 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from River Ridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.6, 1.6 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 24 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
The leading options for River Ridge are A-Pro Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Broussard Appliance Service (5.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Jefferson Appliance Repair, Inc. (1.7 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Solar Refrigeration & Appliance Service Inc (4.0 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 2,248 reviews).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer 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
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
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What River Ridge Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in River Ridge 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near River Ridge
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: River Ridge, LA
Why does my garage freezer stop freezing in winter?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, River Ridge
Freezer Repair Near River Ridge
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 River Ridge technician a trip for parts.