A freezer that quietly stops freezing costs more than the repair once the food inside is lost, so speed matters more here than with most appliances. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Shoreline and the King County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Shoreline
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shoreline. 3 list an address in Shoreline, and the rest are spread across Seattle (10), Bothell (6), and Edmonds (5). Of those, 10 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shoreline. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 18 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.4, 1.4 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
First up for Shoreline: 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (5.1 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Appliance Fixers (6.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
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
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Shoreline
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Shoreline
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
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
Plug the refrigerator or freezer into a grounded three-prong outlet; do not remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
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:
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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
- Technician labor: $50–$200 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Local Notes for Shoreline
Most freezer calls in Shoreline 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 Shoreline
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Shoreline, WA
How long will food stay frozen?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
Which areas near Shoreline do these technicians cover?
Brand-Specific Ice Maker and Freezer Repair, Shoreline
Freezer Repair Near Shoreline
Before you call a Shoreline 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.