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 Garrettsville and the Portage County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Garrettsville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Garrettsville. Other nearby bases include Youngstown (5), Akron (4), and Ravenna (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 9 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: Northeast Appliance Service INC, around 10.1 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.1, 12.4, 13.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
The leading options for Garrettsville are Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (13.1 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Akron (26.0 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Niles, 4.7 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Youngstown (27.7 miles away, based in Youngstown, 4.6 stars from 235 reviews).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? 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
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)
What Freezer Repair Costs in Garrettsville
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 Garrettsville
Most freezer calls in Garrettsville 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Garrettsville
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Garrettsville, OH
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Which areas near Garrettsville do these technicians cover?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Garrettsville
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 Garrettsville technician a trip for parts.