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.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Renton
Within 30 miles of Renton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 of them are based in Renton itself, and the rest are spread across Kent (10), Seattle (6), and Tukwila (3). 5 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Tim's DCS Repair, around 0.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Renton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
Closest matches for Renton: Expert Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (7.8 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (7.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Renton
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Freezer Safety Notes
The Refrigerator Safety Act requires household refrigerators to have a door mechanism, usually a magnetic latch, that lets the door be opened from the inside, so older latch-door units carelessly stored or discarded where children can reach them remain a suffocation hazard. Source: CPSC - Refrigerator Safety Act (archived)
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
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:
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$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?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Renton, WA
Most freezer calls in Renton 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.
Questions to Ask a Renton Repair Technician
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Renton, WA
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Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
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Before you call a Renton 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.