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Refrigerator repair

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01/10/25, 12:14

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Scope of Works

 

• carry out an initial diagnosis and record internal and external temperatures

• inspect door seals, hinges and alignment for air leaks

• test thermostat, defrost heater, evaporator fan and electrical connections

• clean condenser coils and check airflow and compressor run current

• check for refrigerant leaks and advise on repair or recharge (f‑gas registered engineer required)

• isolate power before electrical checks and use appropriate ppe for contamination or refrigerant work

 

Typical Cost

 

Charge Type

Low £

High £

Notes

Call-out / Minimum

£60

£120

first 30–60 minutes on site

Labour per hour

£48

£90

depends on engineer grade and emergency call

Parts / materials

£20

£350

gaskets and thermostats cheap, compressors much higher

F‑gas recharge / refrigerant

£80

£250

only by certified f‑gas engineers; includes refrigerant cost

Disposal / recycling

£30

£90

authorised disposal of old appliances

TOTAL (most jobs come in here)

£140

£500

minor repairs to parts replacement; major compressor jobs cost more

 

Time on Site

 

Most diagnostics take 30–90 minutes; simple repairs or part swaps usually 1–2 hours; compressor replacements or f‑gas work can take 2–4 hours or require a return visit if parts or certification are needed. blocked access and parts availability commonly extend the time

 

Questions to Ask Your Tradie

 

• are you f‑gas registered and can you provide certification if refrigerant work is needed?

• do you charge a fixed call‑out and is that deducted from the repair cost?

• what warranty do you give on parts and labour and is this written on the quote?

• will you supply replacement parts or do I need to order them, and how long will that take?

• do you carry public liability insurance and can you provide a written estimate before work starts?

• will you need the appliance emptied or defrosted before arrival and how long should I allow?

 

How to Avoid Surprises

 

• clear floor space around the fridge and remove food from shelves

• ensure a mains socket is accessible and know where the appliance isolation switch is

• confirm parking or delivery access for the engineer’s van and any permits for restricted streets

• secure pets and note any restricted access times or building management rules

• check whether f‑gas certification is required for the job and agree who arranges disposal or recycling

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