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Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: fairfaxresident ()
Date: August 23, 2010 10:59AM

The freezer is cold but not as cold usual, maybe I need some freon? Any place you can recommend that is good and won't charge an arm and a leg?

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: info ()
Date: August 23, 2010 11:05AM

No info on model given or anything so we'll all assume it is pretty new and under warranty. You should call the manufacturer to have it fixed under warranty. If all of those assumptions are wrong then maybe provide more info.

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: fairfaxresident ()
Date: August 23, 2010 11:13AM

Sorry, it is a Maytag and is 11 years old, not under warranty.

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: tw4nC ()
Date: August 23, 2010 11:19AM

Have you tried cleaning the coils on the back of the freezer? Accumulated dirt/dust can do a real number on the cooling efficiency. Give that a try before you call in the pros, it could save you a few bucks.

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: fairfaxresident ()
Date: August 23, 2010 11:24AM

Thanks, I did do that first. It did help but not as much as I would have liked, which makes me think it needs freon.

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: Lurker. ()
Date: August 23, 2010 11:31AM

11 years old, I would just go buy a new one. A repair guy is going to start around $150 just to show up. You can get a new freezer for $300

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/search_10153_12605?vName=Appliances&cName=Freezers%20%26%20Ice%20Makers&keyword=freezer



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 08/23/2010 11:34AM by Lurker..

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: sealtest ()
Date: August 23, 2010 11:57AM

fairfaxresident Wrote:
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> The freezer is cold but not as cold usual, maybe I
> need some freon? Any place you can recommend that
> is good and won't charge an arm and a leg?


Have you checked the seal?

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: fairfaxresident ()
Date: August 23, 2010 12:16PM

No, how would I go about doing that?

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: sealtest ()
Date: August 23, 2010 12:39PM

fairfaxresident Wrote:
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> No, how would I go about doing that?


There's a rubber strip around the inside edges of the door(or lid) that should make
the freezer airtight when it's closed. If there's any dry rot or warping you'll lose the efficiency.

Just something simple you could check before stroking a check for a $75 service call

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: fairfaxresident ()
Date: August 23, 2010 12:40PM

Thanks! Assuming this is the cause, can I replace this myself?

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: sealtest ()
Date: August 23, 2010 12:57PM

fairfaxresident Wrote:
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> Thanks! Assuming this is the cause, can I replace
> this myself?


Yes...(I love Lowes)

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: 124C41 ()
Date: August 23, 2010 02:30PM

Very good suggestions before you call for help. You may get some help from the Sears' parts store, in event you need only a nickle and dime part. Finally, if all else fails, Sears may be able to help with repair visit.

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: Bill ()
Date: August 23, 2010 02:45PM

To check the seal you simply move your hand around the door and see if you can find a spot where cold air seems to be escaping.

One place you can go for parts and a small amount of online help is repairclinic.com I've used them in the past. If you want someplace local for parts I believe Tribble's is still in business.

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: fairfaxresident ()
Date: August 23, 2010 03:16PM

Thanks so much everyone, all this is great!

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Re: Anyone recommend a good place that repairs freezers?
Posted by: sealtest ()
Date: August 23, 2010 03:44PM

You're welcome.
Drop by anytime. this is a helpful and fun
place.

Good luck bro

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