Freezer repair in North Hollywood
When a freezer quits, you’re on the clock. Our North Hollywood freezer repair team works on upright, chest, drawer and built-in freezers every day, and we know how to track down a failing fan or a frozen defrost system quickly — so you can save your food.
Freezer problems we diagnose and fix
The problems we fix most — the usual cause, and what we do about it.
Freezer not freezing
Likely cause
Dirty condenser coils, a failed evaporator fan or a bad start relay.
Typical fix
Clean coils, replace fan or relay.
Frost or ice buildup
Likely cause
Worn door gasket, failed defrost heater or defrost timer.
Typical fix
Replace gasket or defrost parts.
Freezer running nonstop
Likely cause
Dirty coils, low refrigerant or a faulty thermostat.
Typical fix
Clean coils, test thermostat and refrigerant.
Freezer leaking water
Likely cause
Clogged defrost drain or a frozen drain tube.
Typical fix
Clear the drain, replace the heater.
Loud buzzing or rattling
Likely cause
Worn evaporator or condenser fan, or a loose compressor mount.
Typical fix
Replace the fan, secure the mount.
Door won’t seal or close
Likely cause
Torn gasket, bent hinge or a freezer that isn’t level.
Typical fix
Replace gasket, adjust hinges.
Freezer won’t turn on
Likely cause
No power at the outlet, failed control board or thermostat.
Typical fix
Test power, replace the board.
Error code on the display
Likely cause
Sensor, fan or defrost fault codes on newer models.
Typical fix
Read the code, test, repair.
Food starting to thaw
Above 0°F, food safety is at risk — the sooner we come, the more food you save.
Clicking, then silence
The compressor tries to start and stops. Often the start relay.
Thick frost on the back wall
A defrost system problem. It won’t fix itself.
Water pooling inside
Usually a frozen drain tube or a failed defrost heater.
Burning smell or tripped breaker
Unplug the freezer and call us right away.
From thermostat to sealed system: our freezer checks
We test before we replace — so you only pay for the part that actually failed.
Check temperatures
Air and food temps, frost patterns and airflow.
Test electrical parts
Start relay, fans, thermostat and control board.
Check the defrost system
Heater, timer and thermostat — behind most frost calls.
Check the sealed system
Compressor and refrigerant pressure, plus a leak test.
What freezer repair costs
You always get the exact price before we start — including compressor and refrigerant repairs.
$79
Service call & diagnosis
Trip to your home and a full diagnosis. If you go ahead with the repair, the $79 is credited toward the total.
$170–250
Typical repair cost (estimate)
The usual range for common repairs — fans, relays, defrost parts and gaskets. Your final price depends on the part, labor time, and your freezer’s brand and model.
1 year
Warranty on cooling system repairs
The cooling system is the part that makes the cold — compressor, coils and refrigerant. Repairs to it are covered for a full year. All other repairs: 90 days.
About these prices
Prices shown are estimates. The exact cost depends on the type of repair, the part needed, and your freezer’s brand and model. Built-in and column units, compressor and refrigerant work, and special-order parts may cost more. Additional charges may apply — but you’ll always see the full price and approve it before any work begins.
Is an older freezer still worth repairing?
Most freezers last 10–20 years — chest freezers often longer. Built-in Sub-Zero and column units are almost always worth repairing.
Typical lifespan
10–20 yrs
If the repair is under half the price of a new freezer, repair usually wins.
Repair
Usually worth fixing
- Under ~10 years old
- Fan, relay, defrost or gasket problem
- Built-in or column unit
It depends
Let’s look together
- 10–15 years old
- Compressor or sealed system issue
- Second major repair
Replace
Time for a new one
- Past its lifespan
- Repair costs over half of new
- Same problem keeps coming back
Upright, chest, drawer and built-in freezers
Upright freezers
Fans, defrost and door seals.
Chest freezers
Thermostats, relays and lids.
Bottom-drawer freezers
Drawer slides, fans, defrost.
Built-in & column
Sub-Zero, Thermador, Monogram.
Garage freezers
Heat-stressed units in the Valley.
Undercounter drawers
Compact built-in units.
Brands we repair
From everyday Whirlpool, Samsung and LG to Sub-Zero, Wolf and Viking — we repair every major appliance brand.
Freezer repair questions, answered
How much does freezer repair cost in North Hollywood?
Most freezer repairs cost $170–$250. The $79 service call covers the trip and diagnosis and counts toward the repair.
Why is my freezer running but not freezing?
Common causes are frost on the evaporator coil from a failed defrost system, a bad evaporator fan, dirty condenser coils or a worn door seal.
Do you repair Sub-Zero and built-in freezers?
Yes. We repair built-in and column freezers, as well as upright, chest and drawer models.
What does your warranty cover?
Repairs come with a 90-day warranty. Work on the cooling system — compressor, coils and refrigerant — is covered for a full year.
Is it worth fixing an older freezer?
Usually yes. Freezers often last 10–20 years, and most repairs cost far less than a new unit.
Can you come today?
Often, yes. We know a warm freezer can’t wait. Call in the morning for the best chance of a same-day visit.