The ice maker of a Samsung French-door refrigerator froze into a solid block, with the bucket stuck in place.
Repair: Defrosted the ice compartment, sealed the air leak with the manufacturer's clip kit and replaced the ice maker.
Tysons, VA
Refrigerator Repair in Tysons, VA
A Sub-Zero in Tysons that set off its high-temperature alarm needed a new condenser fan motor. We repair built-in and freestanding refrigerators in Tysons apartments, condos and houses, and we handle the building paperwork too.
Appliance Surgeon offers same-day and next-day visits to Tysons homes and buildings. The $75 diagnostic visit is credited to the repair, labor starts at $200 on about 9 in 10 repairs, and every repair carries a 90-day parts-and-labor warranty.
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Refrigerator Repair
Schedule service in Tysons
Same-day and next-day visits.
Open 7 days until 10 PM (Sundays from 10 AM)
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
90-day warranty on parts and labor, and a written quote before any work starts.
Tysons notes
Refrigerator repair in Tysons towers and houses
Much of Tysons' housing is in the apartment and condo towers that went up around the four Silver Line stations, which opened here in 2014. Their kitchens were usually fitted with counter-depth or panel-ready refrigerators, and the higher-end buildings install full built-ins. Over in Pimmit Hills, the townhouses and older homes mostly have freestanding models.
On a built-in, the condenser sits at the top behind a grille, and its fan pushes a lot of air through a cramped space. The Sub-Zero job shown below is a case in point: its high-temperature alarm went off when that condenser fan motor failed. If the grille is furred with dust or the fan has started to whine or rattle, have it looked at before the alarm sounds. The technician usually starts there, then checks the door seals and the evaporator side.
A fresh-food section that runs warm while the freezer holds steady means cold air isn't crossing over. The KitchenAid in the Clarendon request below sat at 47°F with its freezer at 2°F. A failed evaporator fan, a coil iced over by a defrost fault, or a damper stuck shut is the usual reason. A Thermador built-in we worked on in Tysons East in June 2024 showed that pattern at 50°F, and it took a new evaporator fan motor and defrost thermistor.
Ice makers on French-door models are a separate weak spot. In Westgate in May 2025, a Samsung French-door froze its ice maker solid; the ice compartment was defrosted, the air leak sealed with the manufacturer's kit and the ice maker replaced. Some apparent faults are installation issues: a supply valve left closed after building plumbing work, a kinked line behind a counter-depth unit pushed tight to the wall, or a panel-ready door that rubs and stops sealing.
Fans, thermistors, relays and gaskets are usually worth repairing on any refrigerator. On a built-in or panel-ready unit, repair also avoids refitting the cabinetry, so it tends to be the better choice even for larger parts. Sealed-system faults on an older freestanding model are where replacement deserves a look, and the repair-or-replace calculator helps you weigh it.
When you book, send the model number, which is usually on a label inside the fresh-food section on a side wall or near the top light, along with any alarm or error code. If your Tysons building asks for a certificate of insurance before letting contractors upstairs, include the management office's requirements and we send it ahead of the visit. Add garage or loading-dock directions and the unit number to the booking notes.
Updated November 2026.
In Tysons
Refrigerator repairs and requests in Tysons
The fresh-food section of a built-in Thermador refrigerator ran at 50°F.
Repair: Replaced the evaporator fan motor and the defrost thermistor.
A Sub-Zero refrigerator set off its high-temperature alarm because the condenser fan motor had failed.
Repair: Replaced the condenser fan motor.
From our technicians’ service log and online repair requests; customer details are kept private. A request shows what the customer reported; the technician confirms the cause on site before quoting.
Completed repairs
Completed refrigerator repair in Tysons
A Sub-Zero refrigerator set off its high-temperature alarm because the condenser fan motor had failed.
Repair: Replaced the condenser fan motor.
From our technicians’ service log; customer details are kept private.
Nearby requests
Refrigerator repair requests near Tysons
A KitchenAid refrigerator was not cooling the fridge (47°F) while the freezer held 2°F.
What our technicians usually find: a failed evaporator fan, a defrost system fault, the start relay or compressor, or the condenser fan.
Refrigerator repair in ArlingtonA Samsung refrigerator was leaking at the water filter on the front of the door.
What our technicians usually find: a clogged defrost drain, a cracked filter housing, or a leaking inlet valve or supply line.
Refrigerator repair in ArlingtonCompany data; customer details are kept private. “What our technicians usually find” is the common cause of that problem, confirmed by our team. The technician confirms the cause on site before quoting.
Repair details
Before the technician arrives
The checklist our technicians follow on every visit is on the Refrigerator Repair page.
Before the visit:
Keep doors closed as much as possible before the visit, save any error code and move fragile items away from the refrigerator.
Seeing an error code on the display? Look it up: Samsung refrigerator, Sub-Zero refrigerator, or browse all error codes.
Helpful guides
Refrigerator Repair guides from our technicians
Before you book in Tysons, VA, these guides explain the most common symptoms, which checks are safe to try yourself, and when a technician should take over. All guides.
More services in Tysons, VA
Other appliance repairs in Tysons, VA
Every appliance we repair in Tysons is on one page: appliance repair in Tysons, VA. You can also go straight to freezer repair, washer repair, dryer repair, dishwasher repair, oven repair, stove and range repair, cooktop repair, microwave repair, range hood repair, wine cooler repair or HVAC repair, all in Tysons.
Nearby coverage
Where else do we repair refrigerators near Tysons?
We also provide refrigerator repair in Vienna, VA, refrigerator repair in McLean, VA, refrigerator repair in Falls Church, VA, refrigerator repair in Annandale, VA and refrigerator repair in Fairfax City, VA.
This location is part of our refrigerator repair coverage across the DC metro area. See all appliance repair services in Tysons, VA.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Tysons, VA: Tysons Corner, Greensboro and Spring Hill.
Frequently asked questions
Refrigerator Repair in Tysons, VA FAQ
Can someone come fix my fridge today in Tysons?
We're based in Alexandria, about 13 miles from Tysons. Same-day and next-day appointments are available when the technician route has open windows; call or book online for the earliest option. Appointments cost the same on weekdays, evenings and weekends - our hours run 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 10 PM on Sunday, all at one standard rate.
Many refrigerator repairs are completed in a single visit once the technician has diagnosed the fault and confirmed the parts on hand. If a specific part has to be ordered, we schedule a short return visit to finish the job.
How much does it cost to fix a fridge in Tysons?
Appliance Surgeon charges $75 for the diagnostic visit, or $115 for a double unit (such as a double wall oven, washer-dryer combo or stacked laundry), and the fee is credited toward the repair if you approve the quote. Labor starts at $200 and stays there on about 9 in 10 repairs; more complex jobs can reach $450. Parts are extra and listed in the quote. The part decides the rest: a relay, fan or thermostat sits at the affordable end, while sealed-system work costs more. Every Tysons, VA visit starts with diagnosis and a firm quote before any repair - and same-day appointments are often available when food is at risk. Typical price ranges by appliance are in our appliance repair cost guide.
What fridge problems do you fix in Tysons?
Common calls include not cooling, freezing food, ice maker not working, water leaking, loud compressor or fan noise and frost buildup. The exact cause is confirmed during diagnosis.
My Sub-Zero is showing a high-temperature alarm. What should I check?
Make sure every door closes fully and nothing is propping one open. Then look at the grille at the top: if it's caked with dust, the condenser can't shed heat. If the alarm comes back, book a visit. Our Sub-Zero code page explains the service and alarm indicators.
Do you work in Tysons high-rises?
We do, regularly. Tell us about the service elevator and any set work hours when you book. Our guide to high-rise repairs lists what to send us when you book.
Should I try to fix the fridge myself first?
A few basics are safe: confirm the unit has power, make sure the doors close and seal fully, and clean the condenser coils if they are dusty. Beyond that, refrigerant lines and electrical components are best left to a technician - probing inside can turn a small repair into a larger one.
My built-in refrigerator in a Tysons condo is behind a cabinet panel. Do you need to remove the panel?
Usually not. Most built-in repairs, including condenser fans, evaporator fans, defrost parts and door gaskets, are reached through the top grille, the interior or the door itself. Some jobs need the unit slid partly out of its opening, which takes floor space and sometimes two people. Mention the panel and the brand when you book so the technician comes prepared, and clear the floor in front of the refrigerator before the visit.
The water to my Tysons unit was shut off for building work, and now the dispenser and ice maker don't work. What should I check?
Start with the supply valve behind or beside the refrigerator, which is sometimes closed during plumbing work and left that way. If it is open, check that the water filter is seated properly. When the valve is open and water still doesn't reach the dispenser after a day, the inlet valve or a frozen line is likely, and a technician should look. If only building maintenance can reach the shutoff, ask them to confirm it was reopened.