Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Smithfield and the Isle of Wight County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Smithfield
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Smithfield. 1 of them are based in Smithfield itself, and other nearby bases include Norfolk (8), Chesapeake (6), and Hampton (5). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 10 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Tommy D Appliance Repair Inc, about 4.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Smithfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.1, 4.2, 6.4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 14 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
The leading options for Smithfield are Appliance Service Solutions (Suffolk Appliance) (12.2 miles away, based in Suffolk, 4.9 stars from 2,757 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Tabb, 4.6 stars from 476 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Day Appliance (21.4 miles away, based in Williamsburg, 4.8 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1-2-3 Equipment Solutions (19.3 miles away, based in Norfolk, 4.4 stars from 108 reviews).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Compressor hums but will not start
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.
During a power outage, an unopened refrigerator keeps food cold for about 4 hours; a full freezer holds its temperature for about 48 hours and a half-full freezer for about 24 hours if the door stays shut. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
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
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Smithfield Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Freezer Safety Notes
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
Extreme temperatures strain a freezer's compressor, so outside mild climates it is best kept indoors, such as in a basement. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
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.
Local Notes for Smithfield
Most freezer calls in Smithfield 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 Smithfield
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Smithfield, VA
Why is my freezer not freezing?
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Before you call a Smithfield 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.