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. Below are the companies within reach of Travilah, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Travilah
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Travilah. Other nearby bases include Gaithersburg (11), Rockville (11), and Bethesda (6). 6 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Nearest on the list: Elite Potomac Appliance Repair, around 3.3 miles out. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 4.4, 4.6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
At the top of the Travilah list: Trusted Home Experts (5.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Gaithersburg, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.5 stars from 602 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or not freezing.
Refrigerant and Sealed-System Work
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)
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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 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 credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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.
What Travilah Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Travilah 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.
Questions to Ask a Travilah Repair Technician
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Travilah, 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 Travilah technician a trip for parts.