Refrigerator & Freezer Repair · Bergen & Rockland County

Fridge not cooling? Let's get it running today.

Same-day refrigerator and freezer repair backed by 21 years of hands-on experience. We diagnose the real problem, price it upfront, and fix most fridges on the first visit.

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Appliance Rescue Team technician replacing a refrigerator compressor in Bergen County, NJAppliance Rescue Team technician brazing a refrigerator sealed system during a repair in Bergen County, NJ
Factory-authorized: Speed Queen & Z-Line $110 diagnostic, credited to repair Open 7 days · 8am–8pm Liberty Home Guard & New Leaf
Common refrigerator problems

Refrigerator symptoms we fix — and what usually causes them

Not sure what's wrong? Here's what each symptom usually means, straight from the bench.

Why is my refrigerator not cooling?

A refrigerator that runs but won't cool is most often caused by dirty condenser coils, a failed evaporator fan, or a stuck defrost system blocking airflow from the freezer. We check the fans, defrost components and sealed system in that order before ever recommending a compressor — because most 'not cooling' calls turn out to be a far cheaper fix.

Why is my refrigerator leaking water?

Water pooling under or inside your fridge almost always comes from a clogged defrost drain or a cracked water line feeding the ice maker or dispenser. Both are same-day repairs in most cases — we clear the drain and pressure-check the line so it doesn't come back.

Why is my ice maker not working?

When an ice maker stops, the usual causes are a frozen fill tube, a failed water inlet valve, or a worn ice-maker module. We test water flow to the unit first, since a low-cost inlet valve is far more common than a failed ice maker itself.

Why is my fridge freezing food in the fresh-food section?

Food freezing in the refrigerator compartment points to a faulty temperature sensor (thermistor), a stuck air damper, or a miscalibrated control board. It's usually a quick, inexpensive fix once we identify which control is failing.

Why is my refrigerator making noise?

Buzzing, humming, or knocking usually comes from the evaporator or condenser fan motor, or a compressor working harder than it should. We pinpoint the exact source so you're not paying to replace parts that aren't the problem.

Why does my fridge run constantly but stay warm?

A refrigerator that never shuts off yet stays warm typically has a sealed-system (refrigerant) problem or a failing compressor. This is where honest diagnosis matters most — we'll tell you plainly whether it's worth repairing or replacing.

Brands we service

Factory-authorized for Speed Queen and Z-Line — experienced across every major brand

Speed Queen and Z-Line repairs are done under manufacturer authorization. Everything else is backed by 21 years of hands-on experience on these machines.

Factory-Authorized

Official authorized service for Speed Queen and Z-Line — repairs done to manufacturer standard that keep your warranty intact.

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Brands we service every day

From everyday household names to high-end built-ins, outdoor kitchens and commercial equipment — the same list everywhere we work, backed by 21 years of hands-on experience.

Popular household brands
GELGSamsungWhirlpoolMaytagFrigidaireElectroluxKitchenAidBoschAmanaKenmoreHaierDanbyand more
High-end & built-in
Sub-ZeroWolfMieleThermadorVikingDacorFisher & PaykelLiebherrU-LineMarvelPerlickand more
Outdoor kitchens & grills
LynxDCSTwin EaglesAlfrescoFire MagicWeberNapoleonBullBlazeand more
Range hoods & ventilation
ZephyrVent-A-HoodBestBroanFaberCavaliereElicaand more
Commercial kitchen & laundry
HuebschTrueTraulsenTurbo AirArctic AirHobartVulcanBakers PrideAlto-ShaamManitowocScotsmanHoshizakiContinentaland more

We also work directly with Liberty Home Guard and New Leaf on covered home-warranty claims.

How it works

How a repair visit works

You Call

Tell us what's wrong. We book you same-day when possible.

Diagnosis

We find the real problem — credited toward your repair.

Upfront Price

You get the full price on the spot, before any work.

Fixed, Usually Same Day

Most repairs done on the first visit.

Our repairs

Recent work from across the county

Recent repairs from across Bergen County, NJ and nearby Rockland County, NY.

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Service Area

Serving Bergen County, NJ & nearby Rockland County, NY

Appliance Rescue Team service area mapOur service area: Bergen County, New Jersey and Rockland County, New York. The inner zone marks the towns closest to our Cresskill base, where response is fastest; the outer zone covers the rest of northern and western Bergen County and Rockland County, from Hackensack and Paramus up through Mahwah, Suffern, Spring Valley, Nanuet and Nyack. The Hudson River forms the eastern edge of the area.HUDSON RIVERNEW YORKNEW JERSEYNyackPearl RiverNanuetSpring ValleySuffernRamseyMahwahRidgewoodFair LawnParamusHackensackTappanNorthvaleRiver ValeHillsdaleNorwoodWestwoodEmersonClosterOradellAlpineDemarestCresskillour baseDumontNew MilfordBergenfieldTenaflyEnglewoodN5 km
  • Our base — Cresskill, NJ
  • Core zone — towns with their own page, fastest response
  • Also covered — the rest of Bergen County, NJ and Rockland County, NY

Based in Cresskill, NJ — nearby towns get our fastest same-day response. A few of the areas we cover:

We cover the rest of Bergen County, NJ and Rockland County, NY too — these towns don't have their own page yet, but we're there:

AllendaleBlauveltChestnut RidgeEnglewood CliffsFair LawnGlen RockHackensackHarrington ParkHaworthHo-Ho-KusMahwahMonseyMontvaleNanuetNyackOld TappanOrangeburgPalisadesParamusPark RidgePearl RiverPiermontRamseyRidgewoodRockleighSparkillSpring ValleySuffernTeaneckWest NyackWoodcliff Lake
FAQ

Questions we hear a lot

How much does refrigerator repair cost?

Refrigerator repair starts with a flat $110 diagnostic that's credited toward the repair. Most common refrigerator repairs in Bergen County and nearby Rockland County run about $150 to $450 all-in, and you get the exact price upfront before any work begins.

Is it worth repairing my refrigerator or should I replace it?

As a rule of thumb, repairing a refrigerator is worth it when the fix costs less than half the price of a comparable new unit and the fridge is under about 10 years old. Sealed-system failures on older basic models often aren't worth it, and we'll tell you honestly when replacement is the smarter call.

Do you repair Sub-Zero and built-in refrigerators?

Yes — Sub-Zero, built-in and column refrigerators are regular work for us. We bring 21 years of hands-on experience on sealed systems, compressors and electronic controls, which is most of what goes wrong on these units. One thing worth mentioning: if your refrigerator is still inside its manufacturer warranty, tell us when you call — we'll check that first so you don't pay for a repair the maker still covers.

How soon can you repair my refrigerator?

Most refrigerator calls placed earlier in the day get a same-day visit across Bergen County, NJ and Rockland County, NY. We're open seven days a week, 8am to 8pm.

Which refrigerator brands do you repair?

We repair all major refrigerator brands — including Sub-Zero, GE, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Frigidaire, KitchenAid and Bosch — across top-freezer, bottom-freezer, side-by-side, French-door and built-in models.

Do you work with home warranty companies on fridge repairs?

Yes — we work directly with Liberty Home Guard and New Leaf to handle covered refrigerator warranty claims.

Request Service

Tell us what's going on

Leave your details and describe the problem. We'll call you back to book a visit — every repair starts with a $110 diagnostic that's credited toward the fix.

Appliance acting up? Let's rescue it.

Call now, or send us a service request — we'll get back to you to book your visit — usually within the hour during our 8am to 8pm hours.

Call (551) 255-3689