When a freezer in Burien 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 Burien and the King County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Burien
Within 30 miles of Burien there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Burien itself, and other nearby bases include Seattle (14), Renton (10), and Kent (7). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Sub-Zero Service House, about 1.1 miles away. Of those, 6 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Burien. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Burien: Expert Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (9.0 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (3.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (5.1 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
Protecting the Food While You Wait
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.
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?
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
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Burien
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or freezer not freezing.
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)
Keeping the condenser coils clean helps older refrigerators run efficiently; the owner's manual explains how to clean them safely. Source: U.S. DOE Energy Saver - Consumer Guide to Kitchen Appliances
What Freezer Repair Costs in Burien
Before replacing a freezer in Burien, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
What Burien Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Burien come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Burien
- 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 should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Burien, WA
Why does my garage freezer stop freezing in winter?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Which areas near Burien do these technicians cover?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Burien
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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 Burien faster and cheaper.