When a freezer in Brandywine starts to warm, the first question is whether it is a setting, a blocked vent, a door that is not sealing or a failed part. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Brandywine and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Brandywine
40 repair companies serve Brandywine from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Alexandria (14), Waldorf (4), and Fort Washington (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. The closest is Aa Dependable Appliance, about 3.2 miles away. 14 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 5.0, 5.2 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
At the top of the Brandywine list: SK Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care (11.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Alexandria (12.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.8 stars from 249 reviews); UltraFix Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Compressor hums but will not start
- An error code or temperature alarm
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What Gets Fixed on a Brandywine Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or freezer not freezing.
Safety Before Any Repair
Before discarding an old wine cooler or beverage center, take the doors off and leave the shelves in place so children cannot easily climb inside. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Chest freezers are usually more efficient than uprights because their top-opening lid lets less cold air escape. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Brandywine, MD
Most freezer calls in Brandywine come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Brandywine
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Brandywine, MD
How cold should a freezer be?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my freezer warm but the motor is running?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Brandywine
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Brandywine faster and cheaper.