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 Auburn and the Cayuga County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Auburn
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Auburn. 2 list an address in Auburn, and the rest are spread across Syracuse (8), Liverpool (3), and Clay (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Riester's Appliances, around 2.5 miles out. 7 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Auburn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 2.7, 19.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 21 |
First up for Auburn: Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Liverpool, 4.3 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Mattydale, 4.4 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Witty Appliance Service (29.8 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.5 miles away, based in De Witt, 4.3 stars from 212 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- 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.
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?
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
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or 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
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a freezer in Auburn, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 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?
- 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
What Auburn Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Auburn come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
New York State has no appliance repair license; home improvement contractor licensing is set locally, required in New York City and in Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties. Source: NY Attorney General: Contractor tip card
In New York, you can report a problem to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Frauds and Protection.
Questions to Ask a Auburn Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Auburn, NY
What does a freezer repair usually cost?
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
Are you affiliated with any freezer brand?
Do you cover Auburn and nearby towns?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Auburn
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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 Auburn faster and cheaper.