When a freezer in Albuquerque starts to warm, the first question is whether it is a setting, a blocked vent, a door that is not sealing or a failed part. 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.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Albuquerque
Within 30 miles of Albuquerque there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Albuquerque, and the rest are spread across Edgewood (2), Rio Rancho (1), and Bernalillo (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Dalton Service Center is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Albuquerque. 7 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.5, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
The leading options for Albuquerque are Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (1.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 566 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Ed's Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care & Repair (7.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Protecting the Food While You Wait
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.
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
Keep the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or colder and the freezer at 0°F (-18°C). Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Albuquerque
What Gets Fixed on a Albuquerque Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
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
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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.
What Albuquerque Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Albuquerque come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Albuquerque
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Albuquerque, NM
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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 Albuquerque technician a trip for parts.