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Refrigerator Repair
in Raleigh, NC

The Raleigh team repairs refrigerators and freezers at your home across 48 ZIP codes in Wake County and nearby. Diagnostic visit: $85 per refrigerator, waived when you approve the repair. You get a written estimate before any work starts, and you pick a 2-hour arrival window online.
  • Real-Time Appointment Availability
  • Choose Your 2-Hour Arrival Window
  • Book Online or Call Us 24/7
  • Instant Text Confirmation
Refrigerator repair technician at work
  • Written Estimate Before Repair
  • Diagnostic Fee Waived With Repair
  • 90-Day Labor Warranty
  • Most Repairs Done in One Visit

What We Fix in Raleigh Refrigerators

The Raleigh team repairs refrigerators, freezers, wine coolers, and ice makers, from top-freezer models to built-in columns. If yours has stopped cooling, keep the doors shut: by the FDA's figure, a closed refrigerator stays cold enough for about four hours without power, and perishable food that has been above 40°F for two hours or more should be thrown out. These are the usual labor ranges for common refrigerator repairs in Raleigh. A freezer that is cold while the fridge is warm often needs a fan motor or a defrost heater, and ice that stops coming often means a water inlet valve or an ice maker. Parts and tax are extra, and the final labor is confirmed after the diagnosis.

  • Door switch: $130–$170
  • Door gasket: $140–$180
  • Fan motor (evaporator or condenser): $160–$210
  • Water inlet valve: $160–$210
  • Defrost heater: $180–$240
  • Ice maker: $160–$260
  • Main control board: $180–$230
  • Sealed-system leak check and recharge: $260–$350
  • Compressor: $320–$500

Every refrigerator, freezer, and ice maker repair we price, including cleaning and maintenance work, is on the full Raleigh price list.

On an older refrigerator, a leaking sealed system or a failed compressor is often not worth repairing, and the technician says so before you approve anything. These are the problems the team fixes:

  • Not cooling or freezing
  • Fridge warm, freezer cold
  • Food freezing in the fridge
  • Frost building up in the freezer
  • Ice maker not making ice
  • Too little ice or small cubes
  • Water dispenser not working
  • Water leaking onto the floor
  • Water pooling inside the fridge
  • Loud buzzing or humming
  • Rattling or knocking
  • Clicking from the back of the fridge
  • Refrigerator running all the time
  • Fridge turning on and off
  • Display or buttons not responding
  • Not turning on
  • Interior light not working
  • Door not sealing or closing properly
  • Torn gasket or sweating door
  • Broken shelves, bins, or drawers

How refrigerator repair works, step by step

Why Us

Why Raleigh Customers Trust Us

Local Team, One Company

We're one company, not a referral site. The technician at your door works with Swift Appliance Repair, and the Raleigh team is who you deal with before and after the repair.

Vetted and Insured Technicians

Every technician is personally vetted and carries liability insurance. Before the visit you'll see who's coming, with a name and profile.

Book 24/7, Online or by Phone

See open time slots online at any hour. During business hours you'll reach the team by phone; after hours an automated assistant answers and can book you in.

Your Customer Account

Your estimates and invoices live in one account, and you can message the Raleigh team from there instead of digging through texts and emails.

Repairs, Installation, and Maintenance

We repair, install, and maintain household appliances across the Raleigh area, for homeowners as well as landlords and property managers.
frankie98
on Google · Sep 2026
Vlad was very helpful and polite, he fixed my fridge within 4 hours of when I called his company and when he told me the (reasonable) price upfront, it didn't jump up with hidden fees or add-ons. He was very considerate and clean, plus he cleaned out 10 years of dust from the system for free!
Scott Ashby
on Google · Aug 2026
Vladimir was fantastic, diagnosing & saving us from having to drop $2k for a new refrigerator by repairing our existing unit with a new cooling fan. Communication was fantastic & Vladimir is super professional, from explaining the issue to ordering a replacement part which arrived in time to complete the repair within a day.

I would highly recommend Swift Appliance. Their online scheduling makes it simple to obtain an expert technician to assess the issue & discuss options. We’re very happy with the process & outcome.
Roger Clemons
on Google · Jul 2026
Vladamir was great looking at both my wash machine and ice maker. Would definitely use again
Alissa Garfinkel
on Google · Jul 2026
I’d call them again! Respectful, knowledgeable, and didn’t jump to a solution he didn’t 100% thought I needed. The did a full run down of my fridge and also gave me an estimate if the issue continued.
Kevin
on Google · Jul 2026
Vladimir repaired an issue with several of the control boards on our fridge. When another issue was revealed by the fix, he offered to come by and fix it on his own time for free! Labor prices were affordable and they didn't overcharge for parts.
Charlene Roberts
on Google · Jul 2026
I would recommend this company to everyone. They where very efficient, clean and polite, my fridge was fixed very quickly!!
Mochax
on Google · Jul 2026
Great service, had issues with my refrigerator and washing machine. The service was quick and efficient and bith gadgets are working fine. Thank you.
Heidi Prohonic
on Google · Jul 2026
Vladimir Swift was excellent at repairing my refrigerator I highly recommend him for any repairs you need.

We repair refrigerators from most major brands, built-in lines included. Give the model number when you book, so the technician can plan for the parts your model uses.

See all brands and what we fix

Swift Appliance Repair LLC is an independent service company. Brand names and logos belong to their respective owners. Listing a brand does not mean we are authorized by or affiliated with the manufacturer. Brands serviced may vary by area.

Service Area

Refrigerator Repair Across the Raleigh Area

The Raleigh team covers 48 ZIP codes: most of Wake County plus nearby parts of Durham, Orange, Johnston, Harnett, and Franklin counties. If your town is below, we come to you. A town on the list doesn't always mean every ZIP in it, so the ZIP list below is the final word.

Towns we serve

  • Raleigh
  • Cary
  • Apex
  • Morrisville
  • Holly Springs
  • Fuquay-Varina
  • Willow Spring
  • New Hill
  • Angier
  • Garner
  • Clayton
  • Knightdale
  • Wendell
  • Rolesville
  • Wake Forest
  • Youngsville
  • Durham
  • Chapel Hill
  • Carrboro
ZIP codes we serve (48)
  • 27501
  • 27502
  • 27510
  • 27511
  • 27513
  • 27514
  • 27518
  • 27519
  • 27520
  • 27523
  • 27526
  • 27527
  • 27529
  • 27539
  • 27540
  • 27545
  • 27560
  • 27562
  • 27571
  • 27587
  • 27591
  • 27592
  • 27596
  • 27601
  • 27603
  • 27604
  • 27605
  • 27606
  • 27607
  • 27608
  • 27609
  • 27610
  • 27612
  • 27613
  • 27614
  • 27615
  • 27616
  • 27617
  • 27701
  • 27703
  • 27704
  • 27705
  • 27707
  • 27708
  • 27709
  • 27710
  • 27711
  • 27713
Swift Appliance Repair, Raleigh office 5035 Tura St, Raleigh, NC 27610
Process

How It Works

  1. Book Your Appointment

    Pick an open 2-hour arrival window online or call the Raleigh team. Tell us the brand and what the appliance is doing so the technician brings the right parts.

  2. Diagnosis & Written Estimate

    The technician looks the appliance over and tells you what failed. Then you get a written estimate on the spot, with parts and labor included.

  3. Your Decision

    Nothing gets repaired until you approve the estimate. If you go ahead, the diagnostic fee is waived. If you don't, you pay the diagnostic fee and nothing else. And if a repair would run more than half the price of a new appliance, we'll tell you so you can decide.

  4. Repair & Warranty

    If the technician has the part with them, the repair is usually done the same visit. If it has to be ordered, you pick a time for us to come back. Pay by card, cash, check, or tap. Labor is covered for 90 days.

Book a Diagnostic Visit

The diagnostic visit (service call) is $65 for most appliances and $85 for refrigerators, built-in ovens, and microwaves, per appliance. We inspect it, find the problem, and give you a repair estimate. The fee is waived when you approve the repair; if you decide not to repair, it's all you pay. Open 2-hour arrival windows are shown live.

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Refrigerator Repair in Raleigh: Questions

How much is a refrigerator diagnostic in Raleigh?

It is $85 per refrigerator, freezer, or ice maker. If you approve the repair, the fee is waived and you pay only the repair price on your written estimate. If you decide not to repair, the diagnostic fee is all you pay. Two appliances on one visit means two diagnostic fees.

How much does a refrigerator repair cost in Raleigh?

Labor starts around $130 for a simple part such as a door switch, runs $160 to $260 for fan motors, water valves, and ice makers, and reaches $320 to $500 for a compressor. Parts and tax are added on top. The technician gives you a written estimate before starting, and nothing is repaired until you approve it. The Raleigh price list has the full list.

How fast can you get to my refrigerator?

Typically within a day or two, depending on the week. The booking page shows open 2-hour arrival windows live. Tell us the brand and what the refrigerator is doing when you book, so the technician can bring the parts it is most likely to need.

Do you service refrigerators in Cary, Apex, and Wake Forest?

Yes. The Raleigh team covers Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Garner, Holly Springs, Fuquay-Varina, Morrisville, and 11 other nearby towns. To confirm an address, look up its ZIP code in the service area section above.

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

Yes. The Raleigh team repairs built-in and column refrigerators and freezers, including Sub-Zero, Thermador, and JennAir units. The diagnostic fee is $85 per refrigerator for every style. Parts for premium built-ins may need to be ordered, and the estimate tells you how long that takes. If the unit is still under the manufacturer's warranty, call the manufacturer first.

What happens if the repair is not worth it?

If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new refrigerator, the technician tells you so on site. You can decline, and you pay only the $85 diagnostic fee.

Who will come to my home?

A technician from the Raleigh team, depending on your ZIP code. Every technician is personally vetted and carries liability insurance, and the name is in your booking confirmation. Use View Team above to meet the team, or read what Raleigh customers say.

How do I pay for a refrigerator repair?

You pay after the repair by card, cash, check, or tap. The price on the estimate you approved, plus tax, is what you pay. If you have a home warranty plan, check its rules before you book, since some providers require approval first. We give you an itemized invoice and a written diagnosis to submit.

Updated October 2026

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