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. Below are the companies within reach of Kings Grant, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Kings Grant
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kings Grant. Other nearby bases include Wilmington (11), Rocky Point (1), and Navassa (1). 3 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Nearest on the list: Pristine Grills, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 13 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
First up for Kings Grant: Mr. Appliance of Wilmington NC (2.7 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.8 stars from 1,215 reviews); Appliance Service Co (6.2 miles away, based in Wilmington, 4.7 stars from 240 reviews); Jamerson Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Southport, 4.9 stars from 830 reviews); Island Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Navassa, 4.8 stars from 647 reviews).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Kings Grant
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Old Freezers and Child Safety
The Refrigerator Safety Act requires household refrigerators to have a door mechanism, usually a magnetic latch, that lets the door be opened from the inside, so older latch-door units carelessly stored or discarded where children can reach them remain a suffocation hazard. Source: CPSC - Refrigerator Safety Act (archived)
Keeping the condenser coils clean helps older refrigerators run efficiently; the owner's manual explains how to clean them safely. Source: U.S. DOE Energy Saver - Consumer Guide to Kitchen Appliances
What Freezer Repair Costs in Kings Grant
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?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it 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.
Local Notes for Kings Grant
Most freezer calls in Kings Grant 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.
Questions to Ask a Kings Grant Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Kings Grant, NC
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How long will food stay frozen?
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Kings Grant faster and cheaper.