Wine coolers come in two basic designs: compressor units, which work like a small refrigerator, and thermoelectric units, which cool with a solid-state module and a pair of fans. The repair path is different for each. Below are the companies within reach of Tampa, sorted by how closely they match wine cooler and refrigeration work, then by distance and ratings.
Who Repairs Wine Coolers Near Tampa
40 repair companies serve Tampa from within 30 miles. 36 list an address in Tampa, and the rest are spread across Brandon (3) and Temple Terrace (1). The closest is Seminole Heights Restaurant Equipment Repair LLC, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 36 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 18 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 17 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.8, 2.2 |
At the top of the Tampa list: GC APPLIANCE REPAIRS (8.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TB Electronix (23.2 miles away, based in Zephyrhills, 4.3 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Tampa (2.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 263 reviews); A Dichristopher Appliance Service (6.1 miles away, 4.9 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Wine Cooler Problems Worth a Service Call
- Unit runs constantly
- Display shows a code or blinks
- Bottles are warmer than the setting
- One zone of a dual-zone unit is warm
Why Wine Coolers Stop Cooling
What a Wine Cooler Technician Checks
Wine Cooler Installation Notes
A wine cooler is best installed where room temperature stays between about 70°F and 78°F, and not in an unheated or uninsulated space such as a garage. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Leave about 2 inches of open space behind a freestanding wine cooler so air can circulate. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Troubleshooting first? See wine cooler not cooling or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Wine Cooler Repair Cost Notes
Wine cooler repairs are usually a fan, a control, a door seal or a cooling module; compressor work costs more. Published ranges:
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 repair-or-replace guide for more detail.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Tampa, FL
Most wine cooler calls in Tampa come down to airflow and clearance, fans, the door seal, the controls and, on thermoelectric units, the cooling module.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Repair Company in Tampa
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the compressor side needs work?
- Do you work on my wine cooler brand, and on built-in as well as freestanding units?
Wine Cooler & Wine Fridge Repair FAQs: Tampa, FL
Which areas near Tampa do these technicians cover?
Is a thermoelectric wine fridge worth fixing?
Do you repair beverage centers and kegerators?
What temperature should my freezer be set to?
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Wine Cooler & Wine Fridge Repair Near Tampa
Write down the brand, model and serial number from the label inside the cabinet, and note whether the unit is compressor or thermoelectric. It saves a Tampa technician a trip for parts.