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 Englewood, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Englewood
Within 30 miles of Englewood there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Englewood, and other nearby bases include Hackensack (6), Palisades Park (5), and Teaneck (3). Nearest on the list: Anchor Appliance Repair Mechanics, around 0.2 miles out. 8 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 15 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 1.4 |
At the top of the Englewood list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Hackensack, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Carlos Refrigeration & Appliance (4.7 miles away, based in Bronx, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews); NJ APPLIANCETECH, LLC (3.6 miles away, based in Palisades Park, 5.0 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sequence 7 Appliance Repairs (3.9 miles away, based in Hackensack, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Food Safety When a Freezer Warms Up
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 Englewood
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
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 Englewood
Before replacing a freezer in Englewood, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Englewood, NJ
Most freezer calls in Englewood come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
New Jersey has no license specific to appliance repair; plumbing work is reserved to state-licensed master plumbers, and gas piping work on the customer side of the meter falls under HVACR contractor licensing, both overseen by boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs. Source: NJ Division of Consumer Affairs: State Board of Examiners of Master Plumbers rule notice
In New Jersey, you can check a license with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs License Verification System or report a problem to the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs.
Hiring a Repair Company in Englewood
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Englewood, NJ
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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 Englewood faster and cheaper.