When a freezer in Kiel 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 Kiel 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 Kiel
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kiel. The rest are spread across Fond du Lac (4), Oshkosh (4), and Sheboygan (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 5 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. A-1 Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 16.0 miles from Kiel. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 14 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 16.0, 16.1, 17.5 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 5 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
Closest matches for Kiel: Mr. Appliance of Oshkosh (28.4 miles away, based in Oshkosh, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (29.5 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fond Du Lac (24.0 miles away, based in Fond du Lac, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Silica For Your Home Parts & Service Department (24.8 miles away, based in Fond du Lac, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- 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.
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?
An appliance thermometer is the most reliable way to know the temperature; keep one at the front of both the refrigerator and the freezer and check them at least weekly. Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What Gets Fixed on a Kiel Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Refrigerant and Sealed-System Work
Intentionally venting refrigerant while maintaining, servicing, repairing or disposing of refrigeration equipment is prohibited; only limited releases, such as de minimis amounts during good-faith recovery, are allowed. Source: U.S. EPA - Stationary Refrigeration: Prohibition on Venting Refrigerants
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:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 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
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
Around Kiel
Most freezer calls in Kiel come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Wisconsin has no separate appliance repair license; plumbing licensing covers appliances connected to water supply systems, including water heaters, but exempts minor repairs to appliances and repair or replacement of gas or electrical control valves and devices. Source: DSPS: Plumbing License Laws in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, you can check a license with the Wisconsin DSPS LicensE credential lookup or report a problem to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP), Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Kiel
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Kiel, WI
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Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Kiel
Freezer Repair Near Kiel
Before you call a Kiel 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.