Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Cadillac
Our data shows 22 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Cadillac. Other nearby bases include Traverse City (3), Houghton Lake (2), and Grayling (2). 6 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Lewis Appliance Service, around 11.9 miles out. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cadillac is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.9, 13.4, 26.6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 22 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
At the top of the Cadillac list: Sears Appliance Repair (44.4 miles away, based in Manistee, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.7 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MI Appliance Repair (45.0 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance & Refrigeration. (32.6 miles away, based in Houghton Lake, 3.1 stars from 14 reviews).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Before the Food Thaws
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.
An appliance thermometer is the most reliable way to know the temperature; keep one at the front of both the refrigerator and the freezer and check them at least weekly. Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
Perishable foods held above 40°F for more than 2 hours should be thrown out. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
Refrigerant must be recovered before a refrigerator or freezer is scrapped; the final disposer in the disposal chain is responsible for recovery, and some municipalities will not pick up appliances until it has been removed. Source: U.S. EPA - Appliance Disposal
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Freezer Repair Costs in Cadillac
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Local Notes for Cadillac
Most freezer calls in Cadillac come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Cadillac
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Cadillac, MI
How much does freezer repair cost in Cadillac?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Cadillac
Freezer Repair Near Cadillac
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 Cadillac technician a trip for parts.