When a freezer in Portage Lakes starts to warm, the first question is whether it is a setting, a blocked vent, a door that is not sealing or a failed part. 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.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Portage Lakes
40 repair companies serve Portage Lakes from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Canton (5), Akron (4), and Brunswick (3). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 14 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Nearest on the list: Collins Appliance Repair, around 3.9 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Portage Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Companies within 30 miles | 43 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 5.8, 5.8 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
The leading options for Portage Lakes are Mr. Appliance of Akron (9.2 miles away, based in Akron, 4.8 stars from 642 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Tallmadge, 4.5 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Myers Appliance, Service and Sales Inc. (17.0 miles away, based in Ravenna, 4.8 stars from 973 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Canton, 4.4 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- 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
What Gets Fixed on a Portage Lakes Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or 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
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 Portage Lakes
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit 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 Portage Lakes
Most freezer calls in Portage Lakes 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.
Before You Book in Portage Lakes
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Portage Lakes, OH
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
Is my freezer worth fixing?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Portage Lakes
Freezer Repair Near Portage Lakes
A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Portage Lakes faster and cheaper.