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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention freezers and refrigeration at the top.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Landover
Within 30 miles of Landover there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Washington (12), Hyattsville (4), and Takoma Park (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Of those, 8 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: ProFix Appliance Services, around 1.2 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Landover. 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 | 11 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 2.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
At the top of the Landover list: SK Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (3.0 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Forestville, 4.2 stars from 420 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Landover Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
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
What Freezer Repair Costs in Landover
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Landover, MD
Most freezer calls in Landover 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 Landover
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Landover, MD
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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 Landover technician a trip for parts.