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 Hurricane and the Washington County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Freezer Repair in Hurricane, UT
Our data shows 9 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Hurricane. 1 of them are based in Hurricane itself, and other nearby bases include St. George (4), Cedar City (2), and Washington (1). 3 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Repair Center, about 3.9 miles away. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hurricane is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hurricane. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.9, 7.6, 10.9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 9 |
Closest matches for Hurricane: Mr. Appliance of St. George (13.6 miles away, based in St. George, 4.8 stars from 1,430 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in St. George, 4.1 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions of Utah (13.1 miles away, based in St. George, 3.9 stars from 173 reviews); Appliance Repair Center (3.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Freezer Safety Notes
Before discarding an old wine cooler or beverage center, take the doors off and leave the shelves in place so children cannot easily climb inside. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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
What Freezer Repair Costs in Hurricane
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:
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$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
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit 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 Hurricane, UT
Most freezer calls in Hurricane 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.
Hiring a Repair Company in Hurricane
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Hurricane, UT
Why does my garage freezer stop freezing in winter?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
What should I do with the food while I wait?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Find Your Brand in Hurricane
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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 Hurricane faster and cheaper.