Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Local Freezer Repair in Binghamton University, NY
Within 60 miles of Binghamton University there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Scranton (7), Elmira (3), and Pittston (3). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. 14 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Tommy's Appliance Service & Repair, around 2.5 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Binghamton University is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.6, 3.1 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
The leading options for Binghamton University are Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Freezer Fran Fix It By Friday (56.7 miles away, based in Plains, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (46.0 miles away, based in Scranton, 4.8 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Witty Appliance Service (36.6 miles away, based in Cortland, 4.9 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What Gets Fixed on a Binghamton University Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Old Freezers and Child Safety
Before discarding an old wine cooler or beverage center, take the doors off and leave the shelves in place so children cannot easily climb inside. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 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.
Around Binghamton University
Most freezer calls in Binghamton University 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 Binghamton University Repair Technician
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Binghamton University, NY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Binghamton University do these technicians cover?
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
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Freezer Repair Near Binghamton University
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 Binghamton University technician a trip for parts.