When your refrigerator stops cooling, leaks water, or makes unusual noises, FixitBay LLC provides same- or next-day repair visits across the Bay Area - from San Francisco to Marin County and the Peninsula. Our licensed technicians diagnose and fix most refrigerator issues in a single visit - from compressor failures and thermostat problems to ice maker malfunctions and door seal replacements.
We service all major refrigerator brands including Sub-Zero, Samsung, LG, GE, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Bosch, Frigidaire, Maytag, and Viking. Our $80 diagnostic fee is fully applied to your repair cost, and every job is backed by our 180-day warranty on parts and labor.
Repair: Under 10 years old with a single issue - most component failures (thermostat, compressor relay, door seal, ice maker) cost from $250, far less than a $1,500+ replacement.
Repair: Faulty door seal or gasket - quick, affordable fix that solves most temperature complaints.
Replace: Compressor failure on a 12+ year unit - from $800, that money is better put toward a new, efficient model.
Replace: Frequent breakdowns or 2+ repairs/year - cumulative cost usually exceeds half the price of a new unit.
Looking for refrigerator repair specifically in San Francisco? Visit our San Francisco Refrigerator Repair page for local details and availability.
We also offer freezer repair, ice maker repair, wine cooler repair, and dishwasher repair across the Bay Area.
Run a restaurant, cafe, or food-service business? We also handle commercial refrigerator repair - walk-in coolers, reach-in units, and display cases - across the SF Bay Area.
We provide refrigerator repair in the bay area across San Francisco, the Peninsula, and Marin County. Select your city for local details and availability.
Temperature issues can be caused by faulty thermostats, compressor problems, or refrigerant leaks.
Puddles around the fridge, dripping, or water pooling underneath.
No ice, strange noises, taste issues, or ice maker cycling problems.
Humming, clicking, buzzing, or rattling sounds from the compressor or fans.
Not freezing, frost buildup, inconsistent temperature.
Cold air escaping, gasket damage, door not sealing properly.
Not every breakdown means you need a new refrigerator. Use this guide to make a cost-effective decision.
Our technician checks the thermostat, compressor, evaporator fan, condenser coils, defrost system, and door seals with a multimeter and temperature probe. We keep testing until we find the part that failed, so the same problem does not come back.
Once we identify the problem, we write up the estimate on the spot. We keep common parts (thermostats, relays, fan motors, gaskets) in stock for same-visit repair. Specialty parts for Sub-Zero, Viking, or Thermador arrive the next business day in most cases.
We complete the repair, then run the refrigerator through a full test cycle: temperature in both the fridge and freezer compartments, airflow, and compressor cycling. Our 180-day warranty covers the work.
Diagnostic $80, applied to the repair. Repairs from $250.
French door, side-by-side, built-in, counter-depth and integrated refrigerators are all standard work at FixitBay LLC, a licensed California appliance technician (BHGS #51001) covering San Francisco, the Peninsula and Marin. A visit starts with an $80 diagnostic that gets credited toward the repair, followed by a written estimate before any part is ordered. Most fixes wrap on the first trip; a model-specific part takes a few business days, and we quote it before you approve. We back the work with a 180-day warranty on parts and labor. Book same-day or next-day, and the calendar shows the earliest open window.
Most refrigerator repairs cost from $250 after the $80 diagnostic. The $80 goes toward your repair if you go ahead. You get a written estimate before we start. Built-in and premium-brand units (Sub-Zero, Viking, Thermador) can run higher due to sealed-system complexity.
Same-day when the schedule allows, next-day otherwise - the booking calendar shows the earliest window. We push fridge calls to the front of the schedule because a dead fridge means spoiled groceries. 7 days a week across San Francisco and 21 other Bay Area cities.
Yes - that is most of what we do. Andrei works on Sub-Zero (400, 500, 600 series and built-in column), Viking Professional, Thermador Freedom Collection, Miele MasterCool and Liebherr, using OEM compressors, evaporator fans, control boards and door gaskets.
All major brands: Sub-Zero, Viking, Thermador, Miele, Liebherr, Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, GE, Bosch, KitchenAid, Frigidaire, Maytag, Kenmore, and more.
Not cooling, leaking water, ice maker failure, frost buildup in freezer, loud compressor or fan noise, door seal damage, electronic control board issues, and water dispenser problems. Most issues we diagnose in 15-30 minutes and often complete on the first visit.
Yes - built-in Sub-Zero, Thermador, Miele, Viking and Liebherr units are daily work for us. Sealed-system service is everyday work. Cabinet trim and custom door panels belong to your cabinet installer rather than to us. Built-in refrigerator repair almost always beats replacement, which can run from $8,000+ in San Francisco.
Yes - French door (LG, Samsung, KitchenAid), side-by-side (Whirlpool, GE), counter-depth (Bosch, Thermador) and fully integrated (Sub-Zero, Miele, Liebherr). All types including bottom-freezer, top-freezer, drawer fridges and column refrigerator-freezer pairs.
Yes - SF Victorian conversions and downtown condos are everyday work. We work around tight kitchen access, narrow stairwells and freight elevator coordination in buildings like Millennium Tower, The Harrison and One Rincon Hill.
For anything under 10 years old, repair wins. New comparable refrigerators in the Bay Area start from $1,500 for standard and $8,000+ for built-ins. A from $300 repair pays for itself in months.
Usually a sealed-system issue: failed compressor, refrigerant leak, blocked capillary tube, or evaporator fan failure. Sometimes a faulty defrost timer, thermostat or main control board. We diagnose all of these on the first visit and give you a written quote before any work.
It depends on the part and the failure. For sealed-system components (compressors, evaporators) and electronic control boards, we use OEM - the tolerances matter for reliability and longevity. For wear parts where aftermarket equivalents perform identically - drain pumps, fan motors, gaskets, hoses - we offer both at the diagnostic stage. You choose based on budget, warranty preference, and how long you plan to keep the appliance.
Yes - every refrigerator repair comes with a 180-day warranty on parts and labor. If the same issue returns within 180 days, we come back at no extra charge.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover), Apple Pay, Venmo, Zelle, online payment via secure invoice link, personal checks, and cash. You pay after the job is done and you have approved the work - the $80 diagnostic visit fee is the only thing due up front, and it is credited toward the repair if you proceed.