When a freezer in Schertz 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. Below are the companies within reach of Schertz, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Schertz
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Schertz. 4 list an address in Schertz, and the rest are spread across San Antonio (13), New Braunfels (7), and Converse (6). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Of those, 6 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: Schertz ApplianceRepair Technologies, around 0.7 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Schertz. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 12 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.9, 0.9 |
First up for Schertz: Mr. Appliance of Comal & Guadalupe (10.1 miles away, based in New Braunfels, 4.8 stars from 1,033 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Tweak Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Matt's Appliance Care (13.8 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 200 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ProStar Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.9 stars from 1,515 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
Before the Food Thaws
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
Keep the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or colder and the freezer at 0°F (-18°C). Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Schertz Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Old Freezers and Child Safety
Children can become trapped and suffocate in old, unused refrigerators; remove the doors before storing or discarding one, or chain and padlock a door that cannot be removed. Source: CPSC - CPSC Warns About Children Suffocating in Old, Unused Refrigerators
Keep the freezer at 0°F, leave a few inches of space around it for air circulation, and check that the door seals are airtight. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Schertz, TX
Most freezer calls in Schertz 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, §1301.053 (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 Schertz
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Schertz, TX
Can I keep a freezer in the garage?
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
Which areas near Schertz do these technicians cover?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Schertz
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Before you call a Schertz technician, check that the freezer is plugged in and the outlet works, that the door closes fully on the gasket, and that nothing is blocking the vents inside. Then note how warm it is and have the model number ready.