A freezer that quietly stops freezing costs more than the repair once the food inside is lost, so speed matters more here than with most appliances. 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.
Freezer Technicians Serving Johnson City, TN
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Johnson City. 4 of them are based in Johnson City itself, and other nearby bases include Bristol (3), Kingsport (3), and Greeneville (3). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Johnson City. Of those, 6 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 18 businesses.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 2.4, 3.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
At the top of the Johnson City list: Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (7.4 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (3.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Johnson City
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Johnson City
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Refrigerant and Sealed-System Work
Refrigerant must be recovered before a refrigerator or freezer is scrapped; the final disposer in the disposal chain is responsible for recovery, and some municipalities will not pick up appliances until it has been removed. Source: U.S. EPA - Appliance Disposal
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)
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a freezer in Johnson City, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Johnson City
Most freezer calls in Johnson City come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Hiring a Repair Company in Johnson City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Johnson City, TN
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Why does my garage freezer stop freezing in winter?
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What should I do with the food while I wait?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Johnson City
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Johnson City faster and cheaper.