Most freezer breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the defrost system, the evaporator or condenser fan, the thermostat or temperature control, the door gasket and, less often, the sealed system. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fairport and the Monroe County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Fairport
25 repair companies serve Fairport from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Fairport itself, and the rest are spread across Rochester (14), Bloomfield (2), and Clifton Springs (2). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. Terry Rickner Appliance Service & Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Fairport. 10 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fairport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 2.2, 2.3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 9 |
At the top of the Fairport list: Register Appliance Service (2.3 miles away, based in East Rochester, 4.9 stars from 2,866 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tec (8.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 1,478 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.8 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Old Freezers and Child Safety
Children can become trapped and suffocate in old, unused refrigerators; remove the doors before storing or discarding one, or chain and padlock a door that cannot be removed. Source: CPSC - CPSC Warns About Children Suffocating in Old, Unused Refrigerators
Extreme temperatures strain a freezer's compressor, so outside mild climates it is best kept indoors, such as in a basement. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
What Freezer Repair Costs in Fairport
Before replacing a freezer in Fairport, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 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: $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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Fairport
Most freezer calls in Fairport 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Fairport
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Fairport, NY
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
Do you cover Fairport and nearby towns?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Fairport
Freezer Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Fairport technician a trip for parts.