A pair of handymen carying a double door fridge to the kitchen in order to install it.
A pair of handymen carying a double door fridge to the kitchen in order to install it.

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Recent Fridge Repair & Installation reviews

Very helpful

Fridge repair

$150

He is very professional and very fast to fix our fridge, best repair man ever. Definitely will come back!

Commercial fridge repair

$300

Thanks for looking into the problem.

Fridge repair

$130

Very helpful with advice

Fridge Repairs

$100

Great service, very friendly.

Fix my fridge (fridge repair)

$150

Great service! Prompt and efficient Highly recommended

Samsung Fridge repair

$250

What's the average cost of a fridge repairer & installer

$120 - $180

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$120

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$150

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$180

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Why hire a fridge repair & installation expert through Airtasker?

Let’s face it: fridges can’t stop working. After all, everyone counts on them to keep food from spoiling. But when they do stop working, you may need to think and act quickly. Where do I store the food? Do I get it repaired or buy a new one? Where can I find urgent fridge repair? Thankfully, Airtasker takes away these complications by helping you find a fridge engineer in your area in mere minutes.

When you book a fridge engineer via Airtasker, they’ll handle everything from fixing a fridge that won’t cool, to stubborn freezer doors. If it’s time for a new fridge, they can even help you set it up.

If your refrigerator needs are more complicated, say, commercial fridge repair or sub-zero wine fridge repair, we can help you find a reliable, competitively-priced Tasker for that, too. Tap the “Post a task” button on this page and save your food from going bad ASAP.

Quick responses for urgent repairs

Airtasker links you with appliance repair experts who are on the lookout for work. When your job goes live, they’ll be able to contact you.

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Fridge repair technicians hired through Airtasker are covered by our third-party liability insurance while working on your task.

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Airtasker allows you to set the price for your task, making sure you don’t overspend or get hit by surprise charges.

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Top Fridge Repair & Installation related questions

Start by checking the power. Check the thermostat - it may need replacing. Then, make sure the vents in the back compartment have enough room for circulation. You can also try vacuuming the coils under or behind your fridge. If your fridge has a fan instead of coils, try cleaning the fan blades or replacing them if they no longer work. If none of these get your fridge to cool down, seek help from a refrigerator repair expert near you.

Once you’ve unpacked your refrigerator and moved it to your chosen spot, check to make sure there is a gap on each side. Make sure the fridge is level, too. Then, install the shelves and trays and plug the refrigerator in. Depending on your brand or model, it could take a few hours for the appliance to start cooling. No time to move fridges and check on its temperature? Book a fridge engineer or electrician to do this instead.

Right here on Airtasker! To start, tap the “Post a task” button. Fill out the form, including your location, appointment date, the details of the task, and budget. Tap “Get quotes” then wait for the offers to come in. Choose the Tasker that best fits your needs, then confirm your appointment. With Airtasker, there’s no need to put up an ad, or make lots of calls, or ask the neighbours for recommendations - a few taps or clicks, and that’s it! 

It would depend on the model of your refrigerator, as some need more space to open correctly. Some brands make corner refrigerators that may help you save on space while still being able to use your fridge correctly. If you are thinking of moving your existing fridge into a corner area, it’s best to consult an electrician first to make sure you can operate the fridge safely in that new spot.

First, check the style of the refrigerator you plan on getting. Make sure it fits your needs and won’t bloat your electric bill. Make sure your fridge has enough storage space - you may need more space than what your current fridge offers. Remember to check the fit of the appliance as well, including counter-depth, clearance for walking, and the entry points to its future spot in your kitchen or dining room.

Airtasker can help you find available refrigerator specialists in your area. After you post a task, we’ll connect you with local Taskers, who will then review your task post and send an offer if they’re available. If you’re lucky, you may even be able to find someone available the next day! Since Airtasker asks for your location, you can minimise travel time and get a repairman to your door, ASAP!

What do fridge repair technicians do?

Airtasker’s fridge repair and installation services can cover a wide range of solutions, such as domestic fridge repairs, commercial fridge repairs, and even unique kinds of freezers. When you book a Tasker to handle your fridge-related needs, you’ll need to indicate the details of the task in your post. Please state the problem with your appliance, as well as its brand or model. This helps available and knowledgeable Taskers give a more accurate quote and prepare the right tools.  

Tools and replacement fridge parts

Installing a fridge requires quite a bit of equipment, such as a dolly, screwdriver, pliers, drill, and a wrench. For repairs, you may also need a resistor unit and replacement parts like a gasket or condenser fan. The great thing about booking a Tasker to handle your fridge-related needs is that you won’t need to look for your toolbox or shop for replacement parts yourself - give your Tasker the details, and they’ll arrive with all the necessary equipment.

If you’re not sure what’s wrong with the refrigerator, your Tasker will need to assess the appliance before deciding to purchase any replacement parts for you. Is your fridge at the end of its life? Should you need someone to remove your old fridge instead, we have removalists who specialise in white goods. 

Fridge installation

Fridge installation typically includes unboxing the unit, moving the refrigerator to your chosen spot, assembling the shelves, and plugging it in. But some critical steps may need a specialist’s trained eye, such as levelling the refrigerator, making sure there is enough space on all sides of the unit, installing water dispensers (if any), and ensuring a safe and stable connection to the power supply.  

Also, it doesn’t hurt to have someone do the heavy lifting and pulling, right? If you want an easier time installing your fridge, feel free to request a Tasker near you.  

Fridge repair

Our fridge repair service covers different kinds of problems, including fridges that won’t cool, doors that won’t close, leaking water, frost in the ice dispenser, and so on. Taskers can typically handle any of these common refrigerator problems, but they can work more efficiently if your task post details the issues you are experiencing. It also helps to know the brand and model, so tell your Tasker if you’ll be needing Samsung, Maytag, or Carrier fridge repair and parts.

Some Taskers can also handle exceptional cases, such as fridge regassing for older models that need it. If you have a commercial fridge, wine fridge, or need caravan fridge repairs, we can help you find a Tasker who can take care of those, too. If you suspect that your problem with the fridge has more to do with the power supply, you can also book an electrician or gas fitter on Airtasker. We also work with other kitchen-related specialists, such as plumbers and other appliance service or repair experts.

Recent Fridge Repair & Installation tasks

Samsung fridge repair

$100

Rowville VIC 3178, Australia

30th Aug 2026

My Samsung fridge stopped working. The freezer still works but the fridge section stopped cooling or the fan isn’t working.

Dometic 12v fridge repair

$150

Clyde North VIC 3978, Australia

29th Aug 2026

Need someone who is good at taking these apart to tell me what needs to be replaced or if myself or you can source the part to fix it. Fridge turns on, all the buttons work but it sounds like the compressor won’t start

Fridge repair

$150

Sunbury VIC 3429, Australia

28th Aug 2026

fridge compressor is running but fridge is not cold

Fridge repair

$150

Armadale VIC 3143, Australia

28th Aug 2026

Fridge restore and clean. Back shelves have lost a clip or rail meaning things fall off the back of a shelf. The humidity shelf in the veggie drawers needs replacing and clips of the bottom shelf have come off so it’s not sitting in the rails on the walls of the fridge properly. Seals, doors shelves cleaning . Basically a clean and freshen up. It’s not dirty just usual fridge condition.

Fridge repair

$200

Roxburgh Park VIC 3064, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Fridge Repair / Inspection My fridge has suddenly stopped cooling, however the freezer is still working normally. I’m looking for someone experienced in fridge/appliance repairs to inspect the fridge, diagnose the issue and, if possible, repair it. Please include the call-out/inspection fee and let me know if you have experience with this type of issue. Thank you!

Happy with service Would highly recommend

Commercial fridge repair

$10

Deanside VIC 3336, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Commercial fridge repair Plenty of ongoing work

Urgent fridge repair

$350

Woollahra NSW 2025, Australia

27th Aug 2026

Urgent. Fridge repair- LG fridge beeping and not getting cold

Fridge repair

$100

Macquarie Park NSW 2113, Australia

27th Aug 2026

The fridge has stopped cooling, need to fix that

Whirlpool fridge repair needed – not cooling (freezer OK)

$150

Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

26th Aug 2026

My Whirlpool fridge has stopped cooling properly, but the freezer section is still working fine. Looking for an experienced appliance repair technician to diagnose and fix the issue. Details: Brand/model: Whirlpool WRI27U Type: Refrigerator-Freezer, 251L total capacity Refrigerant: R134a Symptoms: Fridge compartment not cooling, freezer working normally Location: 300 Availability: Any time, but preferably weekdays after 5pm or weekends Please bring your own tools/parts if possible, or let me know if a follow-up visit is needed once the issue is diagnosed. Happy to discuss budget based on what's required (thermostat, evaporator fan, blocked air vent, etc.)

Fridge repair

$100

Glenwood NSW 2768, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Fridge making noise ,cooling is good.may be the ice is formed at fan

Fridge repair- Ice & Water

$150

Aveley WA 6069, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Fridge is a Westinghouse whe7670sa Daughter had food colour in cup then went to add water and it sprayed up into electronics. We have pulled apart and it was filled with colour. We have replaced the switch, turned the whole fridge off for a couple hours to defrost any lines with water without any luck

Fridge repair - electric control panel wiring

$75

Rose Bay NSW 2029, Australia

25th Aug 2026

Control panel on my Haier fridge doenst work. Likely broken wiring which is a common problem. See video of the same make and model fridge and repair below: https://youtu.be/p1JHp2T9xag?si=_yXmZOfmGiIAQNVD

Westinghouse fridge repair - high temperature

$99

Doncaster VIC 3108, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Notification of high temp. Things are melting in freezer. Westinghouse model :WHE7074SA

Fridge repair

$10

Westminster WA 6061, Australia

24th Aug 2026

Need to replace the rubber

Fridge repairs

$200

Brunswick East VIC 3057, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

The freezer works fine, the cold air isn't getting to the fridge from the freezer. Could be the seal. There's condensation in the fridge in the crisper glass. It's going to cost 160 bucks and take 1-2 weeks to get a seal delivered. So thought I'd jump on here and see if anyone's up for this job. I have defrosted the fridge/freezer to see if that helped. It didn't. Thanks.

Fixed fan on fridge freezer.

Fridge repair needed – probably compressor not starting

$120

Burwood East VIC 3151, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Fridge repair needed – compressor not starting (clicking noise) Model: WRIBP41WC (Westinghouse), Colour: Best White Issue: Fridge stopped cooling. When powered on, I hear a clicking sound from the back once or so then it stops — sounds like the compressor is trying to start but failing. I've already cleaned the condenser coils and dust around the compressor, and the clicking is still happening. Suspect it may be the start relay/overload protector or the compressor itself. Looking for: An experienced fridge/appliance repair technician to diagnose and fix. Happy to pay a call-out + diagnostic fee upfront. Please quote for diagnosis first before any parts/repair so I can decide whether it's worth fixing. Location: Burwood east Availability: flexible

Fridge repair, regas

$10

Melton South VIC 3338, Australia

23rd Aug 2026

Hi, I have a new fridge that was accidentally punctured. It has a small puncture that needs to be welded/repaired, and then the refrigerant needs to be regassed. Could you please let me know if you can repair this and provide a quote?

Fridge Repair

$350

Sanctuary Lakes VIC 3030, Australia

22nd May 2026

I need someone to repair my samsung Home Hub fridge freezer (SRF671BFH2) that is 7 years old. The freezer section ( both bottom left and right ) as well as the ice maker is no longer freezing. The fridge appears to hold its temperature at 3deg C. The ice maker froze over a few years ago and threw a 40C error. I have just completed a 48h defrost so that error code has now cleared - but the icemaker no longer makes ice. I can hear the compressor start up and the stepper motor find its home on bootup. The freezer fan works but only the inlet pipe to the freezer coil has frost on it.

Quick efficient and professional. 👍

Fridge repair (damper replacement)

$100

Brunswick West VIC, Australia

16th Apr 2026

My Westinghouse fridge needs repair. Freezer still works perfectly but fridge is no longer cooling properly. Tried defrosting and fan appears to be making (some) sound. Likely needs a damper replacement but TBC.

Very efficient and professional

Look at fridge seals

$80

Tarragindi QLD 4121, Australia

16th Apr 2026

Fridge doors not sealing properly. Not sure if it’s the seals or magnetic sensors. It’s a Fisher & Paykal fridge and I’ve been quoted $61.75 for each of the French door gaskets by Fisher & Paykal. So $123.50. However, I’m not sure if it’s the seals as they seem to be in good condition and not cracked or perished.

Timely, very informative and personal.