When a freezer in Pimmit Hills 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pimmit Hills and the Fairfax County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Technicians Serving Pimmit Hills, VA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Pimmit Hills. The rest are spread across Falls Church (14), Arlington (6), and McLean (4). Of those, 10 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: Falls Church Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pimmit Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.8, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 16 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
At the top of the Pimmit Hills list: Mr. Appliance of Northern Virginia (3.0 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.8 stars from 965 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (4.3 miles away, based in Fairfax, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solutions Plus (6.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arlington Maytag Appliance Rpr (5.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 3.8 stars from 11 reviews).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Compressor hums but will not start
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
Before replacing a freezer in Pimmit Hills, 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?
- 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?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Local Notes for Pimmit Hills
Most freezer calls in Pimmit Hills come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Pimmit Hills
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Pimmit Hills, VA
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
How much does freezer repair cost in Pimmit Hills?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Freezer Repair Near Pimmit Hills
Before you call a Pimmit Hills 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.