Most freezer breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the defrost system, the evaporator or condenser fan, the thermostat or temperature control, the door gasket and, less often, the sealed system. The Sturgeon Bay list below starts with companies that show freezer or refrigeration work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Sturgeon Bay
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sturgeon Bay. Other nearby bases include Green Bay (11), De Pere (3), and Menominee (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 23.1 miles away. 4 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 20 businesses. Sturgeon Bay is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 23.1, 23.1, 32.5 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 21 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
At the top of the Sturgeon Bay list: Mr. Appliance of Green Bay (43.4 miles away, based in De Pere, 4.8 stars from 428 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Menominee, 4.4 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Appleton (54.7 miles away, based in Kaukauna, 4.9 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.2 miles away, based in Green Bay, 3.9 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Sturgeon Bay
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or samsung freezer not working or not freezing.
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)
Keeping the condenser coils clean helps older refrigerators run efficiently; the owner's manual explains how to clean them safely. Source: U.S. DOE Energy Saver - Consumer Guide to Kitchen Appliances
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:
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Sturgeon Bay, WI
Most freezer calls in Sturgeon Bay 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 Sturgeon Bay
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Sturgeon Bay, WI
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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 Sturgeon Bay technician a trip for parts.