When a freezer in Seattle 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. The Seattle list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Seattle
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Seattle. 33 list an address in Seattle, and other nearby bases include Bellevue (5) and Mercer Island (2). Of those, 11 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Five Star Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Seattle. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seattle. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
The leading options for Seattle are Washer and Dryer Repair Services (4.7 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (3.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
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.
Perishable foods held above 40°F for more than 2 hours should be thrown out. 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
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, technicians who maintain, service or repair equipment that could release refrigerant into the air must hold EPA Section 608 certification; small appliances such as household refrigerators fall under the Type 1 category. Source: U.S. EPA - Section 608 Technician Certification
Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - 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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
For a newer built-in ice maker, replacing just the failed motor may be the best option, while on some older units a motor costs about as much as a new ice maker. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Seattle
Seattle has eight designated historic districts, among them the Harvard-Belmont Landmark District, Columbia City and Ballard Avenue landmark districts. Source: Historic Districts - Seattle Department of Neighborhoods
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.
Before You Book in Seattle
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Seattle, WA
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
How long will food stay frozen?
Can I keep a freezer in the garage?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Seattle
More Freezer Repair Pages Nearby
Before you call a Seattle 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.