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Refrigerator repair in Boynton Beach

Refrigerator down? Compressor short-cycling, ice maker stuck, condensation under the unit, or warm shelves? We service Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking, Thermador, Miele, KitchenAid, Whirlpool, GE and Liebherr across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Diagnostic fee waives with the repair.

4.79★ 871 Google reviews $59 service call — free with repair Same-day 7 AM–9 PM daily
Berne Appliance Repair refrigerator technician serving South Florida households

What kind of problems are we working with?

Not Cooling Properly

Warm fridge, cold freezer is the classic defrost or evap-fan failure—cold air can’t reach the fresh-food compartment. We pull the freezer back panel and look for an iced-over evaporator (means defrost heater or termination thermostat) or a dead fan motor. Sub-Zero 700-series uses dual evaporators and runs differently; Whirlpool/KitchenAid bottom-freezers fail on the evap fan around year 6. Compressor checks last because the sealed system is rarely the first culprit. Repairs typically $260–420.

Leaking Water

Puddle on the floor is the defrost drain frozen at the drip pan or the icemaker fill tube split. We pour warm water down the drain channel and snake the tube—if it clears, we install a heat-stick or P-trap so it doesn’t refreeze. Whirlpool/KitchenAid French-door units (W10619951 drain heater kit) get the fix permanently. Sub-Zero column drains run different. Inlet valve leaks at the rear elbow are the other common spot. Repairs typically $190–280.

Ice Maker Malfunctions

Icemaker not filling is the inlet valve (24V solenoid, opens 0.5–1.0A draw) or the saddle/line shut-off. Filling but not harvesting is the motor module or the bail-arm switch. Whirlpool/KitchenAid 4317943 modular icemakers fail the motor, Samsung French-door icemakers (the RF28 family) jam on a frozen auger—the whole compartment ices up and the auger motor strips. We always check fill volume (140–150 ml) before condemning the module. Repairs typically $200–340.

Strange Noises

Grinding from the back is the condenser fan motor bearings; clicking every 2–3 minutes is the compressor start relay (PTC) failing—replace with the overload as a pair. A rhythmic knock when the door opens is usually the evap fan blade hitting frost buildup. Sub-Zero 600/700 series and KitchenAid built-ins share a common condenser-fan failure around year 8. Whirlpool top-mounts pop the start relay first. Relay/fan jobs typically $180–260.

Door Seal Problems

Compromised gasket shows up as condensation on the cabinet edge or a fresh-food side that runs 3–5°F warm. We test with a dollar bill—if it slips out anywhere along the seal, replace. Sub-Zero 700 and Wolf integrated units use a magnetic gasket that must be ordered by serial; Whirlpool/KitchenAid French-door gaskets ship with the door hinge alignment template. Don’t skip the hinge cam check because a sagging door tears a new gasket in months. Gasket jobs typically $220–360.

How to fix your machine?

Tell Us What's Going Wrong

Reach out with a short description: warm fridge, ice maker not cycling, water under the unit, or unusual compressor noise. A photo of the model tag inside the door speeds up the diagnostic.

Same-Day Diagnostic Visit

Our tech arrives in the appointment window with common Sub-Zero, Wolf, Viking and KitchenAid parts on the truck. The $59 service-call fee waives when you approve the repair.

On-the-Spot Repair When Possible

Defrost system, fan motors, control boards and door gaskets usually finish the same visit. Sealed-system work is scheduled separately with our EPA-certified specialist.

Built-in & Premium Coverage

Sub-Zero column units, Wolf and Thermador refrigeration, Miele MasterCool, GE Monogram and Liebherr these are our daily work, not occasional repairs.

Cool Performance Verified Before Closeout

We monitor the temperature for at least 20 minutes after the repair to confirm the unit holds set point. Followup phone call inside 48 hours.

Berne Appliance Repair refrigerator technician serving South Florida households

Humidity is the story for Boynton Beach refrigerators

Boynton Beach sits low and damp along the Intracoastal, and refrigerators here fight the moisture as much as the heat. Air this humid makes every door opening expensive: the unit pulls in damp air, condenses it, and runs defrost cycles harder than the same model would inland. The result is a distinctive local failure set — drain lines that freeze into plugs, water pooling under the crispers, and defrost heaters burning out years early.

East side, west side

Near Federal Highway and Ocean Avenue the salt rides in with the humidity, adding corrosion to the list; out west toward the Boynton Beach Mall and Renaissance Commons it is mostly the moisture itself. Either way the fixes are well-practiced for us: clear and treat the drain, replace the failed heater or thermostat, reseal the doors so the unit stops drinking humid air. The 'and more' in this page's title is real, too — the same appointment can take on a struggling freezer, ice maker or any other kitchen appliance while the technician is already in your kitchen. Most Boynton calls close same-day.

A word for owners of older units: a refrigerator that has done fifteen damp Boynton summers has earned a frank assessment, and that is what you get. The $59 diagnostic is free with any repair we make, and when the honest answer is that the money would be better spent on a new box, our technician says exactly that instead of starting a parts cascade. Same-day slots across 33426 through 33437 are the norm when you call before noon.

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Comments from our customers

4.79 / 5

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Also rated 4.3★ on Yelp — a selection below.

Berne Repair
4.3
Based on 290 Reviews
Shane
Shane
2024-05-01 12:14:31
Great company was able to fix my situation. 5 Stars very friendly. everything was made right and happy customer read more
Nicholas A.
Nicholas A.
2025-01-17 09:17:52
Came to fix our washer and dryer were on time and reasonably priced. Would recommend to a friend if they needed service. read more
Larry J.
Larry J.
2025-08-27 11:32:18
They were prompt in their responses, came to service within the timeframe they gave me. read more
Jordan C.
Jordan C.
2026-05-02 15:03:37
Dryer went out on a Friday morning. By Saturday afternoon Berne had a tech out. Jayla was very friendly in taking my appointment. They kept me updated with... read more
Judith W.
Judith W.
2024-08-08 11:26:26
We have a stacked whirlpool washer and drier. The washer kept creating a soap scum ("scrud" they call it in the laundry world) and no matter what we tried,... read more
Kathy W.
Kathy W.
2025-01-31 07:26:13
Viktor was very nice and knowledgeable. We didn't not go through with the repairs because it would not have been cost effective compared to buying a new... read more
Suri D.
Suri D.
2024-02-05 18:45:16
Simply spectacular work at all levels !!!!10 stars for them !!!First the owner Eugene answered promptly even though it was late, he was honest, told me he... read more
Larisa I.
Larisa I.
2024-09-18 10:50:00
Excellent service! The technician fixed my refrigerator quickly and efficiently. He was very professional and knew exactly what he was doing. The fridge is... read more
C Daniel A.
C Daniel A.
2025-02-08 16:42:21
I was having a major issue with my Whirlpool washing machine--it kept stopping mid-cycle because the water wasn't draining properly. It was incredibly... read more
David B.
David B.
2025-12-26 09:37:14
Max did a fantastic job repairing my Ice Maker. He correctly diagnosed the problem and ordered the correct part. Ice maker is producing ice regularly. Great... read more
Lynel T.
Lynel T.
2026-02-17 19:39:28
Responsive and easy to schedule. Knowledgeable Reasonably priced-good valueQuality work read more
Victoria B.
Victoria B.
2025-10-20 07:17:07
I found them online by calling a number which then referred me to them and we hired them to fix the washing machine. Shortly after they left, they said that... read more
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