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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Centerville and the Davis County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Freezer Repair in Centerville, UT
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Centerville. 2 list an address in Centerville, and the rest are spread across Salt Lake City (19), South Salt Lake (4), and Clearfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. Centerville Aveltrix Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Centerville. 5 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 2.6 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
First up for Centerville: Appliance Service By Paul (19.8 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Charlie Fuller's Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in Woods Cross, 4.8 stars from 247 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerClean Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.9 stars from 949 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Famous Appliance Service (22.8 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
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.
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
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 a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 Centerville Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Centerville come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Centerville
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Centerville, UT
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Centerville
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Before you call a Centerville 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.