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 Gloucester list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Gloucester
40 repair companies serve Gloucester from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Gloucester itself, and the rest are spread across Peabody (5), Lynn (5), and Revere (5). Distances run up to about 24 miles. Nearest on the list: Stanton Appliance Services, around 1.3 miles out. 16 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.4, 4.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
First up for Gloucester: Mr. Appliance of Salem (11.0 miles away, based in Beverly, 4.6 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fasteny Appliance Repair LLC (21.0 miles away, based in Revere, 4.9 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master of Appliances Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 288 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Gloucester Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
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
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
What Freezer Repair Costs in Gloucester
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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Service call: $45–$150 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 Gloucester
Most freezer calls in Gloucester come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Massachusetts does not issue a separate appliance repair license; running fuel gas piping to appliances and installing their vent piping is gas fitting work that requires a license from the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters. Source: Plumbers and gas fitters consumer fact sheet (Mass.gov)
In Massachusetts, you can check a license with the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Licensure eLIPSE license verification portal or report a problem to the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office, Consumer Advocacy and Response Division.
Before You Book in Gloucester
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Gloucester, MA
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
How cold should a freezer be?
What should I do with the food while I wait?
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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 Gloucester technician a trip for parts.