Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Franklin, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Franklin
40 repair companies serve Franklin from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Dayton (16), Cincinnati (6), and Beavercreek (3). Distances run up to about 25 miles. The closest is RR Appliances LLC, about 2.0 miles away. 10 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 12 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 31 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 4.4, 6.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 50 |
Closest matches for Franklin: Mr. Appliance of Cincinnati (20.2 miles away, based in Blue Ash, 4.8 stars from 1,559 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance Service Co (25.8 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rippe Brothers Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in West Chester Township, 4.3 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
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.
An appliance thermometer is the most reliable way to know the temperature; keep one at the front of both the refrigerator and the freezer and check them at least weekly. Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
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?
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Franklin
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
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:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Local Notes for Franklin
Most freezer calls in Franklin come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Ohio has no state license for appliance repair; the Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses commercial contractors in plumbing, hydronics, refrigeration, HVAC and electrical, and residential contractor work is generally overseen locally. Source: Ohio Department of Commerce: OCILB Contractor Complaint Form
In Ohio, you can check a license with the Ohio Department of Commerce OCILB Company Licensee Lookup or report a problem to the Ohio Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Franklin
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Franklin, OH
What does a freezer repair usually cost?
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Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Franklin
Freezer Repair Near Franklin
Before you call a Franklin technician, check that the freezer is plugged in and the outlet works, that the door closes fully on the gasket, and that nothing is blocking the vents inside. Then note how warm it is and have the model number ready.