Refrigerator Repair Green Bay, WI
Residential & commercial · Open 24/7 · Same-day service
Need refrigerator repair in Green Bay? Call us at +1 (920) 243-9934. We answer 24/7. A fridge always seems to quit at the worst time. Think Saturday morning before a Packers tailgate. The food's going soft and the drinks are going warm. That's exactly when we show up. We fix home and commercial refrigerators across Green Bay, De Pere, Ashwaubenon, and the towns nearby.
Real local techs. Same-day service when we can. A 24/7 line for the emergencies that can't wait.
Signs you need refrigerator repair in Green Bay
Most fridge trouble starts small. Here's what folks call us about, and what's usually behind it.
Fridge not cooling or running warm
This is the big one. If the fridge is on but not cold, the cause is often the evaporator fan, the condenser coils, or the compressor. Don't sit on it. Food safety drops off fast once the inside climbs past 40 degrees.
Refrigerator leaking water
A puddle under the fridge usually points to a clogged defrost drain or a cracked water line. It's a common fix. But a wet floor can warp your kitchen if it sits there for days.
Loud buzzing, clicking, or humming
A soft hum is normal. A loud buzz, a repeated click, or a rattle is not. Clicking often means the compressor relay is struggling, and that's worth a look before it quits for good.
Freezer frosting over or not freezing
Frost piling up usually means a bad defrost heater or thermostat. A freezer that won't freeze at all points to an airflow problem or a sealed-system issue.
Ice maker not working
No ice is a small annoyance with a lot of possible causes, from a frozen fill line to a bad inlet valve. Some are quick. Others need a part swapped out.
Fridge runs constantly and won't shut off
A fridge that never cycles off is working too hard. Dirty condenser coils are the usual suspect. A worn door gasket letting cold air escape is another.
Food spoiling faster than normal
Groceries turning before their date is an early warning. It means the temperature is creeping up, even when the fridge still feels cold enough to the hand.
Garage or basement fridge quit in winter?
Here's one a lot of Green Bay folks hit. Your second fridge out in the garage stops keeping the freezer cold once real winter sets in. Nine times out of ten, it isn't broken. Most fridges are built to run in rooms above about 40 degrees. When the garage drops near freezing, the thermostat thinks it's cold enough and shuts the compressor off. The freezer then thaws while the fridge side seems fine. We can tell you if it's the cold or a real fault, and set up a fix either way.
Residential refrigerator repair in Green Bay
We repair just about every home refrigerator style out there. Top-freezer and bottom-freezer units are the bread and butter, and parts are easy to get. Side-by-side and French door models bring in ice makers, water dispensers, and control boards, so there's more that can go wrong. Built-in and counter-depth fridges take extra care. They're fit tight into cabinetry, and often cost more to replace than to fix. And a standalone freezer in the basement or garage, chest or upright, we handle those too.
Commercial refrigeration repair in Green Bay
Commercial refrigeration repair in Green Bay is a different animal, and we do that work too. A walk-in cooler or freezer going down at a restaurant isn't just a hassle. It's inventory bleeding money by the hour. Same goes for a reach-in unit on the line or an ice machine at a bar. A display cooler at the gas station counts too. We service all of them.
Restaurants, taverns, and convenience stores around Green Bay can't wait until Monday for this. That's why we run a 24/7 line for businesses. A cooler quits at 11pm on a Friday, you call, and we come out. Saving a walk-in full of product usually pays for the repair many times over.
Common refrigerator parts we repair
Most fridge repairs come down to a handful of parts. The compressor is the heart of the whole thing. When it fails, it's the priciest fix. Sometimes it's the deciding factor on whether to replace the unit at all. The evaporator fan motor moves cold air around. A dead one leaves the fridge warm, even while it hums along. Defrost parts, meaning the thermostat and timer, cause most of the frost-buildup calls.
Beyond those, we clean and repair condenser coils. Those get choked with dust and pet hair, which makes the fridge run hot. We swap worn door gaskets that let cold air leak out. Water inlet valves behind ice-maker and dispenser problems get replaced. And the small stuff, like burnt-out bulbs and glitchy control boards, we handle too.
Refrigerator brands we repair in Green Bay
We work on all the major brands. On the home side, that's Whirlpool, GE, Samsung, LG, KitchenAid, Frigidaire, Maytag, Bosch, and the high-end Sub-Zero units. For commercial kitchens, we also service True and Traulsen, which you'll find behind most Green Bay bars and restaurants. Don't see yours on the list? Call and ask. Odds are we handle it.
How our refrigerator repair works
No mystery to how we run a job. You call and tell us what the fridge is doing. We set a time, same day when we can. A tech comes out and diagnoses the real problem, not a guess. You get the price up front, before any work starts, so nothing on the bill catches you off guard. Once you say go, we fix it on the spot whenever the part's on the truck.
Refrigerator repair cost in Green Bay
Let's talk money, since nobody likes a surprise. Most home refrigerator repairs run somewhere between $150 and $650, depending on the part. A door gasket or thermostat sits at the low end. The middle is a worn evaporator fan or a defrost part. A compressor or sealed-system job is the big one, often $500 to $1,000 or more.
Our diagnostic fee is [ADD $XX], and [CONFIRM: it's applied toward the repair if you go ahead, OR it's billed separately]. Commercial refrigeration runs higher than home units. Bigger systems, more refrigerant, and harder access all add to the total. You'll always hear the number before we pick up a tool.
$150 – $650
Most home refrigerator repairs
$500 – $1,000+
Compressor or sealed-system job
Diagnostic fee: [ADD $XX]
Should you repair or replace your refrigerator?
Sometimes the honest answer is: don't fix it. Most refrigerators last about 10 to 15 years. If yours is under 8 and the repair is minor, fixing it is usually the smart move. Past that, it gets murkier.
Here's a good rule of thumb. If a repair costs more than half of a comparable new fridge, weigh replacing it. That's especially true once the unit is getting old. A $900 compressor on a 12-year-old fridge is a tough sell. The same part on a 4-year-old French door model is worth doing. We'll tell you straight which way we'd lean, even when it means we don't get the repair.
Commercial gear is its own math. When a walk-in is down and losing product daily, a fast repair usually wins. But an aging unit that keeps failing can cost more in downtime than a replacement would. We help you weigh that too.
Refrigerator repair FAQ (Green Bay)
Who is the best refrigerator repair company near me in Green Bay?▾
The best one answers when you call, shows up fast, and gives you a price before the work starts. Green Bay Appliance Repair Pros does all three, 24/7, for both home and commercial fridges. We cover Green Bay and the surrounding towns.
How much does refrigerator repair cost in Green Bay?▾
Most home repairs run about $150 to $650, depending on the part. A compressor or sealed-system job costs more. Commercial refrigeration is higher still. You'll get the exact price before we start.
Can you fix a fridge the same day?▾
Often, yes. Most common parts ride on the truck, so we fix a lot of fridges on the first visit. A rare or brand-specific part may take an extra day to bring in.
Do you repair commercial refrigeration and walk-in coolers?▾
Yes. We service walk-in coolers and freezers, reach-in units, ice machines, and display coolers. Restaurants and bars around Green Bay can reach us 24/7 when a unit goes down.
Why is my refrigerator not cooling but the freezer works?▾
Usually it's airflow. The evaporator fan or a frosted-over vent is blocking cold air from reaching the fridge section. A defrost fault can cause it too. It's a common repair.
Why is my fridge leaking water?▾
Most often it's a clogged defrost drain or a cracked water supply line. The fix is usually straightforward. Mop it up so the floor doesn't warp while you wait for us.
Is it worth repairing an old refrigerator?▾
If it's under 8 years old and the repair is small, usually yes. Past 12 years with a big repair like a compressor, replacement often wins. We'll give you an honest read on it.
Do you offer emergency refrigeration repair for restaurants?▾
Yes. A cooler down at midnight means spoiling inventory, so we run a 24/7 line for businesses. Call and we'll come out.
Refrigeration repair service areas near Green Bay
We handle refrigeration repair across Green Bay and the towns around it. That covers De Pere, Ashwaubenon, Howard, Suamico, and Bellevue. Also Allouez, Hobart, Pulaski, and out to Denmark. Not sure you're in our range? Give us a call and ask.
Call now for refrigerator repair in Green Bay
A warm fridge doesn't get better on its own. Call Green Bay Appliance Repair Pros at +1 (920) 243-9934. We're on 24/7, for homes and businesses alike.
Need another appliance looked at while we're out? We also handle washer repair and dryer repair, and you can see everything on our appliance repair services page, or head back to the home page.