Refrigerator Repair in Margate — Same Day or Next Day
A refrigerator running warm with the compressor still going, an ice maker that has stopped dropping ice or a door that no longer pulls itself shut — refrigerator repair in Margate covers French-door, side-by-side and top-freezer models alike. There is a technician near you across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. The diagnostic is $95, credited toward the repair; if you decide not to go ahead, the $95 is what you pay. Calls are answered 24/7, and we usually come out the same day or the next. Most parts are already in the van, so repairs are typically finished on the first visit.
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week
Recent jobBosch built-in refrigerator ice maker stopped working. Ice maker module replaced.
In numbers
95% of refrigerator repairs in Margate are finished on the first visit
Starchenko Appliance Repair fixes refrigerators across Margate and the rest of Broward County, and a technician who has seen these refrigerators before arrives with most parts for the job already in the van.
Same day or next day
Calls answered 24/7 — an appointment today, or tomorrow at the latest.
11,000+ customers
Across Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach — from Homestead to West Palm Beach.
65% repeat customers
That's how many people call us again for their next repair — counted in our CRM, not a guess.
Upfront price
After the diagnostic you get one price for parts and labor — agreed before work starts.
We are local.
Our technicians live in Margate
Starchenko Appliance Repair is locally owned and operated.
Judge us by the repairs we've done and the reviews our customers leave.
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week
Reviews
Starchenko Appliance Repair reviews about refrigerator repairs in Margate
4.9 on Google and Yelp, 5.0 on Thumbtack — 500+ reviews across the three platforms. Hundreds are five-star. Below are reviews of our refrigerator repairs from Margate customers and more from across Broward County.
Google
Technician was very friendly and extremely honest. Didn’t try to sell me a fix that wasn’t needed. Told me to leave as is and the cost to replace the part made no sense on a fridge as old as mine. I really appreciated that
Lloyd HetheringtonOctober 2022
Google
Our Samsung refrigerator door wasn’t closing tight, and the unit ran constantly. Now it seals and the nonstop running is over. Checked before they left, and very kind people.
Joel RogersApril 2025
Google
Our Samsung refrigerator started warming up overnight. Booking was easy, the arrival window was clear, and the technician explained the diagnosis in plain English before doing any work. Everything has been holding temperature since. They also sent a message before arrival and kept the kitchen area neat. I never felt rushed when asking questions, which I appreciated. Very organized service.
Olivia BennettMarch 2021
Google
I lucked out when my refrigerator went on the blink I called Starchenko. The first and only service I called. The repairman knew his stuff fixed my problem cleaned up after he was done. The price was very reasonable
Monty MillerJuly 2023
Google
We just wanted to express our sincere appreciation for your outstanding service Your team fixed our refrigerator in just two days, and everything is working perfectly now We were truly impressed by your efficiency, professionalism, and care Thank you again for the excellent support Warm regards Jeannie&Vlad
JeannieJune 2025
Google
Stan the technician comes on time and very respectful. He told me what to expect in coming weeks in regard to longevity of my fridge. The service that was performed is only a temporary fix, I was told. Very honest guy. I recommend this company
Anna EscalonaApril 2023
Google
We thought our Whirlpool refrigerator might need to be replaced because it was not staying cold. Starchenko gave us an honest assessment and got it running properly. That was a huge relief.
Maya ColemanJanuary 2021
Google
I came home to a non-working refrigerator with a freezer full of meet. Starchenko Appliance Repair agreed to send someone out at 6 p.m. that same day! Rostyslav was friendly, knowledgeable and explained my options. I could not be happier with the service I received. Ten out of ten for this appliance repair company.
Sondra SchulzJuly 2023
Google
Our refrigerator hummed along but couldn’t keep anything cold. They walked us through the repair first, only started once we said yes, and it’s holding the right temperature again.
Gabriel MitchellSeptember 2022
Google
Our LG refrigerator started leaving water on the floor. They tracked down the leak and fixed it without any fuss. Straightforward from start to finish, and genuinely nice people.
Monica RichardsonJuly 2025
Yelp
Before any work at home, they walked me through what was wrong and what the fix would be, and that’s exactly what got done. Nice to know who to call in Margate.
Natalie VargasJuly 2025
Google
Solid local company. Booking was easy, the person who came out was respectful, and the entire experience felt organized and dependable.
Megan DoyleJanuary 2021
Google
The tech was very knowledgeable and Professional he explained to me exactly what everything was and was very friendly THANK YOU for the service
clara canovacaAugust 2023
Google
Starchenko Services is super easy to get, I found them on the internet, saw the reviews and they contacted me right away, and came to fix my emergency the same day. Stan is very competent, found the problem right away and fixed it, he explained everything, and it comes with a warranty. Professional, knowledgeable and perfect. Recommended 110%! Thank you Stan and thank you Starchenko Appliances Repair
Sister WrathJanuary 2023
Google
Repairman was very kind, respectful explain things took his time went over, everything, courteous, cleaned up behind himself great
Rita JonesNovember 2023
Google
Excellent! On time, explained problem and costs. Completed the job and worked cleanly. Definitely recommend this company
Pat MCGFebruary 2024
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week
Types
Refrigerator types we repair in Margate
Margate condo communities, townhouses and single-story houses use a wide mix of refrigerator layouts, so model family and working clearance are confirmed before dispatch; French-door, side-by-side, top-freezer and bottom-freezer models are all covered.
French door refrigerator repair in Margate
French-door refrigerator repair in Margate covers full-depth and counter-depth cabinets with paired fresh-food doors above a lower freezer, including condo kitchens with counter-depth French-door models.
- Paired upper doors and lower freezer
- $95 credited toward approved repair
- Access details noted in Margate
Side-by-side refrigerator repair in Margate
For townhouses using side-by-side storage, Starchenko provides side-by-side refrigerator repair in Margate and gives the repair price after testing the two vertical compartments.
- Vertical freezer and fresh-food columns
- Repair price after the diagnostic
- Model details recorded in Margate
Top freezer refrigerator repair in Margate
Top-freezer refrigerator repair in Margate includes the shared-airflow layout with the freezer above the fresh-food cabinet, a practical match for single-story houses with upper-freezer cabinets.
- Upper freezer over one lower door
- $95 comes off the repair
- Visit window confirmed in Margate
Bottom freezer refrigerator repair in Margate
Starchenko repairs bottom-freezer refrigerators in Margate and records drawer clearance before visiting family kitchens where bottom drawers need room past seating.
- Fresh-food door above freezer drawer
- Quote agreed after diagnosis
- Visit window confirmed in Margate
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week
Brands
Brands we repair in Margate
Samsung, LG, Frigidaire, Whirlpool, GE refrigerator repairs are what Starchenko Appliance Repair does in Margate and the rest of Broward County. A technician is usually with you the same day or the next; type yours to check it, find it in the list below, or see how we repair refrigerators of every brand.
Admiral, Alliance Laundry Systems, Alto-Shaam, Amana, American Dryer (ADC), American Range, Arctic Air, Asko, Atosa, Baker's Pride, Beko, Bertazzoni, Beverage-Air, Blodgett, Blomberg, Bohn, Bosch, Bosch Benchmark, Cadco, Caloric, Champion, Cissell, Cleveland, CMA, Continental Girbau, Continental Refrigerator, Copeland, Cornelius, Dacor, Danby, Delfield, Dexter, Electrolux, Electrolux Professional, Estate, Everest, Fagor, Fisher & Paykel, Follett, Frigidaire, Gaggenau, Garland, GE, GE Café, GE Monogram, GE Profile, Gibson, Groen, Haier, Heatcraft, Hisense, Hobart, Hoshizaki, Hotpoint, Huebsch, Hussmann, Ice-O-Matic, Imperial, Inglis, Insignia, Insinger, IPSO, Jackson, Jenn-Air, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Kold-Draft, Kolpak, La Cornue, LG, Liebherr, Magic Chef, Manitowoc, Marvel, Master-Bilt, Maytag, Maytag Commercial, Meiko, Merrychef, Middleby, Middleby Marshall, Miele, Migali, Milnor, Montague, Moyer Diebel, Nor-Lake, Panasonic, Perlick, Primus, Randell, Rational, Roper, Samsung, Scotsman, Sharp, Smeg, Southbend, Speed Queen, Star, Sub-Zero, Summit, Tappan, Thermador, Traulsen, True, Turbo Air, TurboChef, U-Line, UniMac, Victory, Viking, Vulcan, Wascomat, Whirlpool, Whirlpool Commercial, White-Westinghouse, Wolf
Don't see yours? The list isn't exhaustive — call (754) 335-5599 and we'll tell you.
What we fix
Refrigerator repair — and every other appliance we fix
The refrigerator is one machine of many we repair: the list below has every other home and commercial appliance we fix in Margate and across Broward County. Pick the machine that needs repair to see real jobs on it, what usually fails and what the visit costs.
Residential
We repair kitchen and laundry appliances in houses, condos and apartments.
Washer repair Margate
Won't drain or spin, leaking, banging, error codes.
Dryer repair
Not heating, takes several cycles, drum won't turn.
Refrigerator repair
Not cooling, leaking water, runs nonstop.
Freezer repair
Not freezing, frost buildup, food thawing.
Dishwasher repair Margate
Won't drain or start, dishes still dirty, leaks.
Oven repair
Not heating, temperature off, door won't close.
Stove & range repair
Burner won't light, keeps clicking, broken knobs.
Cooktop repair
Surface element won't heat, igniter clicking, cracked glass.
Microwave repair
Not heating, sparking, dead display, door issues.
Wine cooler repair
Too warm or not cooling, noisy, condensation.
Ice maker repair
Not making ice, low output, leaking water.
Same-day appliance repair
Household appliances — same day or next day.
All home appliance repairs
Every household appliance we service, in one list.
Commercial
We repair commercial kitchen, refrigeration and laundry equipment for restaurants, cafés, laundromats, hotels and offices.
Ice machine repair
Not making ice, low output, leaks — all major brands.
Walk-in coolers & freezers
Not holding temperature, icing up, compressor and door problems.
Commercial refrigeration
Reach-in coolers and display cases not holding temperature.
Prep tables
Sandwich, salad and pizza tables with warm rails or cabinets.
Commercial washers
Coin-operated, card-operated and shared laundry machines.
Commercial dryers
Coin-operated, stacked, gas and electric dryers.
Commercial ovens & cooking
Ovens, ranges and cooking lines not heating.
Commercial dishwashers
Undercounter and door-type machines, wash and heat issues.
Commercial appliance repair
Ice, refrigeration, cooking, dishwashing and laundry equipment.
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week
Price
What refrigerator repair costs in Margate — and when you know the number
Refrigerator repair in Margate comes down to two numbers: the $95 diagnostic and the repair price given after the machine has been tested.
The $95 diagnostic
The diagnostic on a refrigerator in Margate is $95 and is credited toward the repair. If you decide not to repair, the diagnostic is what you pay.
The repair price
One refrigerator complaint has more than one possible cause, and the part that failed sets the price: the technician tests your refrigerator on site in Margate first, then gives one price for the whole job, parts and labor, and work starts only after you agree to that number.
Payment
We take cards, Zelle, cash or a check. The invoice lists the completed work and the warranty.
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Common problems
Common refrigerator problems we fix in Margate
Starchenko Appliance Repair fixes refrigerators across Margate and the rest of Broward County. The faults below are what owners called us out to repair on refrigerators.
Refrigerator not holding temperature
The refrigerator cools at first but drifts from its setting, sometimes with one compartment warmer than the other. The technician checks airflow, sensors and temperature controls to find why it cannot hold steady. Recent example: Frigidaire refrigerator wasn't holding temperature. Airflow and temperature controls serviced (Coconut Creek).
Frost building up inside the refrigerator
Frost on a back wall or around a freezer drawer can restrict airflow and eventually warm the refrigerator. The technician checks the door seal and defrost system before deciding what needs repair. Recent example: Whirlpool refrigerator was icing up. Defrost system repaired and airflow restored (Cooper City).
Water or ice dispenser not working
A dispenser may light up but give no water or ice, or stop responding altogether. The technician checks the water path, switches, auger and controls to locate the fault.
Refrigerator buzzing or running loud
Buzzing, clicking or rattling may come from a fan, a part touching ice or a compressor struggling to start. The technician listens to the machine and tests the affected component before quoting the repair.
Refrigerator dead or showing an error
A blank panel, no lights or an error can point to a power, wiring or control problem. The technician checks the supply and controls before deciding which part, if any, needs replacement.
These are the refrigerator faults Margate calls us about most often — not the whole list. Whatever your refrigerator is doing, call us: the $95 diagnostic finds what failed and comes off the repair, same day or next day.
How it works
Refrigerator repair, step by step
Starchenko Appliance Repair fixes refrigerators. Here’s what happens when you book.
- 1
Book your service visit
Call or book online and describe what the refrigerator is doing in your own words. We confirm the time window for your refrigerator visit in Margate before the technician sets out.
- 2
We diagnose the problem
The technician tests the refrigerator at your address in Margate and explains the full repair price for parts and labor. Repair starts only after you approve that price.
- 3
We complete your repair
Our technicians carry parts for most refrigerator repairs in the van, so most refrigerator jobs in Margate are finished on the first visit. If a part has to be ordered, we explain how the repair will be finished.
- 4
Final checks and your warranty
We test the repaired function of your refrigerator in Margate and explain what was replaced. Your invoice records the completed work and the parts and labor warranty.
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week
Before you book
Margate refrigerator repair questions, answered
Answers about the refrigerator diagnostic, visit timing, repair scope and warranty in Margate.
Call (754) 335-5599Can I book repair for a built-in refrigerator in Margate?
Yes. We service built-in refrigerators in Margate. Give us the make and model when booking so the technician can prepare for that configuration.
What should I report when booking a visit for frost building up inside a refrigerator?
Tell us where the frost appears and whether the fresh-food section is warming. The technician tests the reported fault on site before naming a cause or quoting a repair.
Can you quote a repair for a refrigerator that will not hold temperature before the diagnostic?
Not reliably: a refrigerator that will not hold temperature can have more than one cause. The $95 diagnostic is credited toward an approved repair. After testing the refrigerator on site, the technician gives the full parts-and-labor price, and repair begins only with your agreement.
When could you visit Margate for refrigerator repair?
A refrigerator repair visit in Margate is usually available the same day or next day. Calls are answered 24/7; repair visits run 7 days a week, and we confirm the available time window before the visit.
What warranty comes with a completed refrigerator repair?
A completed refrigerator repair carries a 90-day warranty on parts and labor, written on the invoice. That is the term our parts suppliers give us, and we pass the same term on to you.
Where we go
Refrigerator repair in Margate and every city we cover
Starchenko Appliance Repair services refrigerators in Margate and throughout Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. We come to houses, condos and apartments, with no extra travel charge for your city.
Miami-Dade County
Broward County
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood
- Pembroke Pines
- Pompano Beach
- Coral Springs
- Plantation
- Weston
- Davie
- Miramar
- Sunrise
- Tamarac
- Margate
- Coconut Creek
- Parkland
- Deerfield Beach
- Lauderhill
- Oakland Park
- Wilton Manors
- Hallandale Beach
- Dania Beach
- Cooper City
- Lauderdale Lakes
- Lighthouse Point
- North Lauderdale
- West Park
Don’t see your city? We serve every city and town in all three counties. Call (754) 335-5599 to arrange your visit.
Tell us what’s broken and we’ll take it from here
Calls answered 24/7 · repair visits 7 days a week