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. Below are the companies within reach of Union Grove, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Freezer Repair Companies Near Union Grove
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Union Grove. The rest are spread across Kenosha (6), Milwaukee (6), and Racine (3). Distances run up to about 24 miles. The closest is Appliance Tech-Care Services, about 7.6 miles away. 9 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Union Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.6, 10.2, 10.3 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Union Grove: Mr. Appliance of Milwaukee (15.1 miles away, based in Muskego, 4.9 stars from 1,894 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Gurnee, 4.5 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tech-Care Services (7.6 miles away, based in Sturtevant, 3.8 stars from 108 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Greendale, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
The Usual Freezer Culprits in Union Grove
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
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
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)
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
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?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 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: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator 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.
Local Notes for Union Grove
Most freezer calls in Union Grove 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 Union Grove
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Union Grove, WI
Do you repair chest and upright freezers?
How long will food stay frozen?
Can I keep a freezer in the garage?
What does a freezer repair usually cost?
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Union Grove faster and cheaper.