A freezer that quietly stops freezing costs more than the repair once the food inside is lost, so speed matters more here than with most appliances. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ladue and the St. Louis County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Technicians Serving Ladue, MO
Within 30 miles of Ladue there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across St. Louis (25), Hazelwood (3), and Affton (2). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. Emergency Appliance Repair Services is the nearest, roughly 2.1 miles from Ladue. 8 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.2 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 | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.4, 3.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
First up for Ladue: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (3.4 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (6.5 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (17.3 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
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.
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
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
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Ladue
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or lg freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
Intentionally venting refrigerant while maintaining, servicing, repairing or disposing of refrigeration equipment is prohibited; only limited releases, such as de minimis amounts during good-faith recovery, are allowed. Source: U.S. EPA - Stationary Refrigeration: Prohibition on Venting Refrigerants
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
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:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - 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?
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.
What Ladue Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Ladue come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Ladue Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Ladue, MO
Can I keep a freezer in the garage?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
Why is my freezer warm but the motor is running?
Which areas near Ladue do these technicians cover?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Ladue
Freezer Repair Near Ladue
Before you call a Ladue technician, check that the freezer is plugged in and the outlet works, that the door closes fully on the gasket, and that nothing is blocking the vents inside. Then note how warm it is and have the model number ready.