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 Apex and the Wake County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Apex
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Apex. 2 list an address in Apex, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (17), Durham (7), and Cary (6). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Of those, 11 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.7 miles away. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Apex. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.9, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
The leading options for Apex are Mr. Appliance of Cary (5.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (17.8 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); One Source Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Holly Springs, 4.7 stars from 239 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with 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)
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour 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.
Around Apex
Most freezer calls in Apex come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Apex
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Apex, NC
Which areas near Apex do these technicians cover?
Can I keep a freezer in the garage?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Apex
Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Apex technician a trip for parts.