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. Below are the companies within reach of New Bremen, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Freezers Near New Bremen
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of New Bremen. The rest are spread across Dayton (15), Lima (4), and Wapakoneta (2). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Of those, 14 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Shelby Appliance Repair, about 5.8 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether New Bremen 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.
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 6.8, 13.6 |
| Name freezer work | 1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
First up for New Bremen: Authorized Service (27.8 miles away, based in Greenville, 4.8 stars from 1,908 reviews); MASCo. - Major Appliance Service Co. (40.3 miles away, based in Decatur, 5.0 stars from 61 reviews); Moran Refrigeration Inc. (6.8 miles away, based in St Marys, 4.4 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Lima, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- An error code or temperature alarm
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.
Perishable foods held above 40°F for more than 2 hours should be thrown out. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
Thawed food can be safely refrozen if it still has ice crystals or is at 40°F or below. Source: FoodSafety.gov - Three Ways to Keep Food Safe When You Lose Power
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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 New Bremen
Before replacing a freezer in New Bremen, 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?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
Local Notes for New Bremen
Most freezer calls in New Bremen 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 New Bremen
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: New Bremen, OH
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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 New Bremen technician a trip for parts.