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 Glenn Dale and the Prince George's County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Freezer Repair in Glenn Dale, MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Glenn Dale. 1 of them are based in Glenn Dale itself, and the rest are spread across Laurel (6), Hyattsville (4), and Bowie (3). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. The closest is Eagle Appliance service llc, about 1.1 miles away. 10 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glenn Dale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.7, 2.3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
First up for Glenn Dale: Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (5.8 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Forestville, 4.2 stars from 420 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Protecting the Food While You Wait
Keep the door closed. Every opening lets cold air out. Put an appliance thermometer inside so you know the real temperature, and move food to another freezer or a cooler with ice if the repair will take longer than the freezer can hold.
Thawed food can be safely refrozen if it still has ice crystals or is at 40°F or below. Source: FoodSafety.gov - Three Ways to Keep Food Safe When You Lose Power
During a power outage, an unopened refrigerator keeps food cold for about 4 hours; a full freezer holds its temperature for about 48 hours and a half-full freezer for about 24 hours if the door stays shut. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Glenn Dale
What Gets Fixed on a Glenn Dale Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or freezer not freezing.
Freezer Safety Notes
The Refrigerator Safety Act requires household refrigerators to have a door mechanism, usually a magnetic latch, that lets the door be opened from the inside, so older latch-door units carelessly stored or discarded where children can reach them remain a suffocation hazard. Source: CPSC - Refrigerator Safety Act (archived)
Chest freezers are usually more efficient than uprights because their top-opening lid lets less cold air escape. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
What Freezer Repair Costs in Glenn Dale
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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Glenn Dale, MD
Most freezer calls in Glenn Dale 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.
Before You Book in Glenn Dale
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Glenn Dale, MD
Can I keep a freezer in the garage?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Glenn Dale
Freezer Repair Near Glenn Dale
A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Glenn Dale faster and cheaper.