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 Port Lavaca, TX
Within 60 miles of Port Lavaca there are 10 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Victoria (3), Rockport (3), and El Campo (2). 4 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. The closest is Elite Appliance Repair, about 25.0 miles away. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Port Lavaca is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 25.0, 26.5, 28.0 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
Closest matches for Port Lavaca: Appliance Pro (26.5 miles away, based in Victoria, 4.7 stars from 160 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Victoria, 4.1 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.5 miles away, based in El Campo, 4.6 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.3 miles away, based in Rockport, 4.2 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Port Lavaca
What Gets Fixed on a Port Lavaca Freezer Call
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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
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
What Freezer Repair Costs in Port Lavaca
Before replacing a freezer in Port Lavaca, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
What Port Lavaca Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Port Lavaca come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Port Lavaca
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Port Lavaca, TX
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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 Port Lavaca faster and cheaper.