Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention freezers and refrigeration at the top.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Des Moines
40 repair companies serve Des Moines from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Des Moines, and other nearby bases include Kent (13), Auburn (9), and Tukwila (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: SmartFix Hub Co., around 2.7 miles out. 8 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Des Moines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.0, 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 10 |
First up for Des Moines: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (9.1 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (11.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.8 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
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
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
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Around Des Moines
Most freezer calls in Des Moines 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 Des Moines
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Des Moines, WA
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
What does a freezer repair usually cost?
Is my freezer worth fixing?
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Before you call a Des Moines 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.