4 hours
That's how long a closed fridge keeps safe temperature. After that, food starts going bad.
$800 worth of food is spoiling right now
Refrigerator stopped cooling? Every hour means more lost groceries. We're in Orange. We come today. No fix — no pay.
$500–$1,000
Average value of food in an Orange family's fridge. All of it is at risk right now.
3 hours
From your call to a working refrigerator. We're in Orange, parts are in the van.
Tip while you wait: don't open the door. A closed fridge stays cold for 4 hours, a closed freezer — up to 48 hours.
5 reasons your refrigerator stopped cooling
We see these problems every day. Our analyzer pinpoints the cause in 5 minutes.
1. Frozen evaporator fan (60% of cases)
Ice blocks the evaporator fan. Freezer works, fridge compartment is warm. Especially common in Samsung French Door models. Labor: $80. Part: $70–$200.
2. Dirty condenser (20% of cases)
Dust and pet hair clog the coil. Fridge can't dissipate heat, runs nonstop. Labor: $80. Condenser cleaning is one of the cheapest fixes.
3. Broken thermostat (10%)
Doesn't signal the compressor. Temperature fluctuates. Labor: $80. Part: $40–$120.
4. Compressor issue (7%)
Compressor won't pump refrigerant. Clicks but doesn't start. Labor: $150–$180. Part: $150–$400. Often cheaper to replace the appliance.
5. Refrigerant leak (3%)
Rare but serious. Gradual deterioration over weeks. Labor: $120–$180. Recharge: $80–$200. Our analyzer shows pressure instantly.
Why we fix it the first time
The average tech eyeballs it → replaces parts by guess → you pay twice. Our analyzer shows the exact cause in 5 minutes: refrigerant pressure, evaporator temperature, compressor current. One part, one visit.
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Check it yourself in 2 minutes
Sometimes the problem can be solved without a technician. We're honest about that.
Outlet
Plug a phone charger into the same outlet. Does it work? Power is fine.
Thermostat
Did someone adjust it? Should be set to 35–38°F (2–3°C).
Door seal
Slide a dollar bill into the door. Pulls out easily? Seal is worn.
Back panel
Look behind/underneath. See dust on the coil? That could be the cause.
Airflow
Is the inside packed too tight? Air needs room to circulate.
Checked everything and the fridge is still warm? It's something more serious — you need a technician with an analyzer.
Quick Diagnosis: What's happening?
Check the symptoms you're seeing to find the likely cause and repair cost
Likely a simple fix
Probable cause: dirty condenser or thermostat. Repair: $120–$200, 20–40 minutes.
Professional diagnostics needed
Probable cause: frozen evaporator fan. Repair: $150–$280, 30–60 minutes. Our analyzer will pinpoint the exact cause.
Serious issue — call now
Multiple symptoms at once — possible compressor failure or refrigerant leak. The sooner you call, the cheaper the fix.
How much does it cost to fix
Labor is fixed-price. Parts are at cost + markup. We quote everything BEFORE starting the repair.
| Problem | Labor (fixed) | Part | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evaporator fan defrost | $80 | $70–$200 | 30–60 min |
| Condenser cleaning | $80 | — | 20–30 min |
| Thermostat replacement | $80 | $40–$120 | 20–40 min |
| Compressor repair | $150–$180 | $150–$400 | 60–120 min |
| Leak repair + recharge | $120–$180 | $80–$200 | 60–90 min |
Analyzer diagnostics: $89 — waived if you order the repair.
No fix — no pay. You only pay $89 for diagnostics.
For comparison: a new refrigerator costs $1,800–$3,500. Delivery takes 1–2 weeks.
Average "not cooling" repair — $180 and 45 minutes.
You save $1,200–$2,700 and get a working fridge today.
Recent 'not cooling' repairs in Orange
Samsung RF28, Orange — "Party tomorrow"
Jennifer, $800 in groceries. Panicking — party the next day.
Analyzer: evaporator fan blocked by ice, compressor and refrigerant OK.
45 min, $180 (labor $80 + part $100)
Savings vs new: $1,820
Jennifer, $800 in groceries. Panicking — party the next day.
Analyzer: evaporator fan blocked by ice, compressor and refrigerant OK.
45 min, $180 (labor $80 + part $100)
Savings vs new: $1,820
LG LRMVS3006S, Anaheim — "Other tech couldn't find it"
Previous tech eyeballed it — found nothing, charged $89.
Our analyzer in 5 min: condenser 80% clogged with dust and pet hair.
20 min, $120
Previous tech eyeballed it — found nothing, charged $89.
Our analyzer in 5 min: condenser 80% clogged with dust and pet hair.
20 min, $120
Whirlpool WRF535, Tustin — "They said replace compressor for $600"
Previous tech diagnosed dead compressor, quoted $600.
Our analyzer: refrigerant pressure normal. Problem was a $80 thermostat.
30 min, $160 (labor $80 + part $80)
Savings vs new: $440
Previous tech diagnosed dead compressor, quoted $600.
Our analyzer: refrigerant pressure normal. Problem was a $80 thermostat.
30 min, $160 (labor $80 + part $80)
Savings vs new: $440
Questions people ask before calling
Most "not cooling" repairs: $160–$300 (labor + part). We quote the exact price after analyzer diagnostics — before starting the repair. Labor is fixed, no surprises.
Average repair: $200. New fridge: $2,000 + 2-week delivery. If the repair exceeds $500 and the appliance is over 10 years old — we'll tell you: "Buy new." We don't want to do expensive repairs on old appliances — you'd call back with a complaint. Read more: Repair vs Replace →
No fix — no pay. Just $89 for diagnostics (service call + analyzer). That's our guarantee. We're incentivized to fix it — that's why we invest in equipment. Our guarantee details →
We're in Orange. Average time: 2–3 hours from call to working fridge. Call in the morning — it'll be running by lunch.
Don't open the door. Closed fridge: 4 hours. Freezer: up to 48 hours. Call now — we'll try to get there as fast as possible.
What customers say
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
My Samsung French Door stopped cooling the night before a party. $800 in food at risk. They came in 2 hours, fixed the frozen fan in 45 minutes. I thought I'd need a new fridge!
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Another company said my compressor was dead — $600 to fix. These guys used their analyzer and found it was just the thermostat. $160 total. Honest people.
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
LG fridge gradually losing cooling over 2 weeks. Analyzer found a tiny refrigerant leak in 5 minutes. Fixed and recharged same day. Way cheaper than the $2,000 new fridge I was looking at.
Helpful pages
When repair makes sense and when it doesn't
Full pricing table for all repair types
No fix — no pay. 90 days on parts and labor
Recently Fixed Near You
30 min $160Previous tech diagnosed dead compressor, quoted $600.
20 min $120Previous tech eyeballed it — found nothing, charged $89.
25 min $95Water pooling under the fridge overnight. Worried about floor damage.
45 min $180Jennifer, $800 in groceries. Panicking — party the next day.
Other Refrigerator Problems
Symptoms are often connected. Check if you have another issue.
All Refrigerator Problems
All brands and issues
Food is spoiling right now?
One call — fridge working in 3 hours
✓ Analyzer diagnostics: $89 (waived with repair)
✓ Fixed labor price quoted before we start
✓ No fix — no pay
✓ Samsung, LG, Whirlpool parts in the van
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Ph: (310) 555-0199