How quickly can you reach me for a refrigerator that has stopped cooling?

Cooling calls go to the top of the schedule. Once a refrigerator stops cooling, you have roughly four hours before food safety is at risk, so we do our best to reach you the same day the call comes in.

If my refrigerator is not cooling, does that mean the compressor is bad?

Rarely. The evaporator fan, the air damper, or the defrost circuit is responsible for most cooling complaints - parts that cost a fraction of the compressor and take an hour to replace. We test and confirm before giving you a number.

Is it worth repairing?

In most cases yes, if the refrigerator is under ten to twelve years old. We will tell you directly when repair does not make financial sense.

Refrigerator & Freezer Repair

Call us today - (281) 555-0100

We are Refrigerator & Freezer Repair experts

A refrigerator working against hundred-degree outdoor heat is already under extra strain, and when something gives, the food clock starts ticking immediately. Most failures trace to the evaporator fan, a stuck damper, or the defrost circuit - not the compressor - so we start there rather than at the most expensive possibility. We quote the repair before work begins, use genuine OEM parts, and back every repair with a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

When your refrigerator stops cooling in a Katy summer, four hours is all you have before the groceries turn bad. We prioritize cooling calls and carry the parts that fail most - most repairs wrap up the same visit.

Why you need Refrigerator & Freezer Repair

If you notice any of these, it is time to call us at (281) 555-0100:

Temperature split between fridge and freezer sides: When the freezer holds 20 and the fridge climbs past 50, the evaporator fan or the air damper between compartments is usually the answer - not the compressor. We confirm the cause before quoting anything.
Frost layering across the rear evaporator panel: The defrost heater, its thermostat, or the control board that schedules the defrost cycle. We test each component in sequence rather than swapping the whole assembly at once.
Water pooling under the produce drawers: A defrost drain that has iced over is the usual cause. We clear the blockage and inspect the door gasket that is admitting warm humid air in the first place.
Ice maker stopped producing: The fill tube, the water inlet valve, or the ice maker control module. Most ice maker repairs finish on the first visit with parts already on the truck.
Compressor cycling on and off without settling: Condenser coils packed with dust have to work twice as hard. In a Katy summer, a dirty coil can push a borderline unit into constant short-cycling.

Brands we repair for Refrigerator & Freezer Repair

Dacor, DCS, Electrolux, Fisher & Paykel, GE, Bertazzoni, Bosch, Frigidaire, KitchenAid, Liebherr, Miele, Thermador, U-Line, Viking, JennAir, Kenmore, LG, Monogram, Maytag, Samsung, Whirlpool and every other major manufacturer.

A refrigerator / freezer that has stopped working reliably disrupts the day fast, and a full replacement is almost never the right first step. Steve Slaton Appliance Repair handles in-home refrigerator / freezer repair across Katy, Richmond and the surrounding communities — a technician comes to you, finds the actual problem, and hands you a flat written price before any work begins. You decide whether to go ahead; there is no pressure either way.

Part Replacement, Not Appliance Replacement

Most refrigerator / freezer failures come down to a single component — a sensor, a motor, a control board, a seal. Replacing that one part typically costs a fraction of a new unit, and it gives you back the appliance you already know how to use. We test the machine, confirm the problem, quote it flat, and wait for your approval before we open anything up.

How to Know It Is Time to Call

Food or drinks not staying as cold as they should
Sounds during operation that were not there a month ago
The appliance cycling on and off on its own, or refusing to start
Any leak, unexpected moisture buildup, or a burning smell
An unexplained jump in your electric or gas bill

What You Can Expect from Us

A licensed, background-checked technician — not a general handyman
One flat written price before work starts — no open-ended hourly charges
Genuine OEM parts whenever available, listed by part number on your invoice
Same-day or next-day appointments across the full service area
A one-year warranty on both the part and the labor, in writing
You do not pay until the job is finished and the appliance is working

Brands We Work On

Dacor, DCS, Electrolux, Fisher & Paykel, GE, Bertazzoni and others across the full range — the brands behind most of the refrigerator / freezer calls we handle. Knowing the make matters because it tells us where to look first, so have the brand ready when you call, and the model number if you can locate it on the label.

Should You Repair or Replace?

When the problem is a failed compressor or refrigerant leak on a unit already past twelve years, the repair bill often approaches half the cost of a comparable new refrigerator. We tell you that on the phone as soon as we know the model and what it needs — not after we have already ordered the part.

Schedule a Visit

Refrigerator & Freezer Repair is priced the same across our whole service area — a Saturday call in Katy costs no more than a Tuesday visit in Richmond, with no travel charge added on either side. Call (281) 555-0100 or book online and we will confirm a two-hour arrival window before the technician heads your way.

To book Refrigerator & Freezer Repair, call Steve Slaton Appliance Repair today - (281) 555-0100

We provide some other appliance services like: Range & Oven Repair, Dishwasher Repair, Washer Repair, Dryer Repair, Ice Maker Repair, Wine Cooler Repair, Coffee Maker Repair

Book your repair

Pick a day and arrival window that work for you. We confirm by phone or text - the whole thing takes under a minute.