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Freezer Repair in Rib Mountain, WI

See which appliance repair companies around Rib Mountain work on freezers, how far away they are and how customers rate them.

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Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Rib Mountain, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.

Freezer Repair Companies Near Rib Mountain

Within 60 miles of Rib Mountain there are 16 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Wausau (2), Stevens Point (2), and Wisconsin Rapids (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. 6 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. The closest is Seim Appliance Services., about 3.3 miles away. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Rib Mountain is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.

Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
111 Division St N, Stevens Point, WI 54481
27.1 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.4 (99 reviews)
Mentions refrigeratorsSaturday hours
Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
445 WI-64, Antigo, WI 54409
30.8 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★★ 4.9 (7 reviews)
Mentions refrigeratorsSaturday hours
Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
M&S Appliance Repair
4321 48th St S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
39.2 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.6 (60 reviews)
Mentions refrigeratorsSaturday hours
Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
Extreme Care Appliance Repair
811 8th St S, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
37.7 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.3 (59 reviews)
Mentions refrigeratorsSaturday hours
Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
Sears Appliance Repair
908 Lincoln St, Rhinelander, WI 54501
51.1 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.6 (25 reviews)
Mentions refrigeratorsSaturday hours
Refrigerator & Freezer Repair
Bartell Appliance Services
28 N Brown St, Rhinelander, WI 54501
51.3 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★★ 5.0 (2 reviews)
Mentions refrigerators
Appliance Repair
Aldridge Service Systems.
1571 Pine Grove Dr, Kronenwetter, WI 54455
6.5 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★ 4.0 (4 reviews)
Appliance Repair
Seim Appliance Services.
507 S 4th Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
3.3 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.5 (19 reviews)
Saturday hours
Appliance Repair
K P Appliance Inc
1300 Okray Ave, Plover, WI 54467
31.1 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.4 (114 reviews)
Appliance Repair
Suess Appliance Service Llc.
W18874 Hill Rd, Birnamwood, WI 54414
23.7 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★★ 5.0 (5 reviews)
Saturday hours
Appliance Repair
Professionals Choice LLC
913 Western Ave, Mosinee, WI 54455
9.2 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★ 4.2 (18 reviews)
Appliance Repair
Mitten's Home Appliance
171 S Central Ave, Marshfield, WI 54449
30.0 mi from Rib Mountain
★★★★½ 4.3 (113 reviews)
Saturday hours

Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rib Mountain. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.

By the numbers: technicians near Rib Mountain
Open on Saturdays (per listing)11
Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi)16
Distance to the three closest (mi)3.3, 3.4, 6.5
Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews)4
Refrigerator repair in their categories6
Name refrigeration work in their listing6

First up for Rib Mountain: Sears Appliance Repair (27.1 miles away, based in Stevens Point, 4.4 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.8 miles away, based in Antigo, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&S Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Extreme Care Appliance Repair (37.7 miles away, based in Wisconsin Rapids, 4.3 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours).

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Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician

  • Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
  • Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
  • An error code or temperature alarm
  • Freezer runs constantly but stays warm

The Usual Freezer Culprits in Rib Mountain

Thermostat and controlsA temperature control or sensor that fails can leave the compressor off, running nonstop or cycling at the wrong point.
Condenser coilsDust on the condenser coils makes the system work harder and run warmer, especially for freezers kept in garages and utility rooms.
Defrost systemFrost-free freezers melt frost off the evaporator coil on a timer or a control. When a defrost heater, thermostat or timer fails, the coil ices over, air stops moving and the freezer slowly warms.

What Gets Fixed on a Rib Mountain Freezer Call

Door gasket and alignmentGaskets are checked for tears and gaps and the door or lid for sag. A poor seal shows up as frost near the opening and long run times.
Start componentsIf the compressor hums but will not run, the start relay and overload are tested before anyone looks at the compressor itself.
Thermostat and controlMechanical thermostats and electronic controls are tested against the temperature they should be holding before either is replaced.

Troubleshooting first? Start with lg freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or 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

Garage-ready GE freezers are tested to perform in surrounding temperatures from 0°F to 110°F. Source: GE Appliances - Freezers

What Freezer Repair Costs in Rib Mountain

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:

Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?

Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.

Around Rib Mountain

Most freezer calls in Rib Mountain 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.

How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Rib Mountain

  • What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
  • Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
  • Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?

Freezer Repair FAQs: Rib Mountain, WI

Are you affiliated with any freezer brand?
No. We are an independent directory and are not affiliated with any appliance manufacturer. Our helpline connects you with a participating independent technician. If your freezer is still under manufacturer coverage, contact the brand first.
What causes heavy frost buildup?
On a frost-free freezer, heavy frost on the back wall usually means the defrost system has failed. Frost near the door usually means a gasket or door that is not sealing. Manual-defrost chest freezers need to be defrosted by hand when frost builds up.
Why is my freezer not freezing?
The usual causes are a frosted-over evaporator from a failed defrost part, a fan that stopped, a dirty condenser, a door that is not sealing or a control problem. A refrigerant leak or compressor fault is less common. A technician checks each in order before replacing parts.
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
Compare the repair quote with the price of a comparable new freezer and consider its age. Fans, defrost parts, thermostats and gaskets are usually worth fixing; a compressor or refrigerant repair on an older freezer often is not. Our repair-or-replace guide walks through it.

Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Rib Mountain

More Freezer Repair Pages Nearby

Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the door frame, on a side wall or at the back of a chest freezer) and note any code on the display. It saves a Rib Mountain technician a trip for parts.

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