Better Appliance Services
📍 Based in Boise, Ada County
Areas served (as the shop describes them): Boise and Treasure Valley
(310 reviews) (source: Google rating as shown on appliancerepairhunt.com/boise-id, checked Oct 28, 2026)
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Fridge Not Cooling? Quick Checks Before You Call
A warm fridge can spoil food in hours. Try these quick checks, then call a shop if it is still warm.
Try these first
Safety first: unplug the appliance or switch off its breaker before touching anything inside, and shut off the water or gas supply where it applies. If you smell gas, leave the house and call your gas utility from outside.
- Check the thermostat setting and that vents inside are not blocked by food.
- Listen for the condenser fan and compressor running.
- Vacuum the condenser coils (behind or under the fridge) with the fridge unplugged.
- Check if the freezer is frosted over. That can mean a defrost problem.
- Move food to a cooler and call a pro if it is still warm after a few hours.
What does it cost?
Call for a quote. Repair costs depend on the brand, the model, the part and the shop, so this site does not publish price ranges. Ask each shop for its diagnostic or trip fee and a written quote after diagnosis.
Treasure Valley shops that may help
✓ Public info checked October 28, 2026 Shops are listed from public information only. No shop listed here has agreed to anything with this site; they are not partners and not paid placements. Call to confirm the shop works on your refrigerator and brand.
Gem State Appliance Repair
📍 Based in Boise, Ada County
Areas served (as the shop describes them): Boise and surrounding Treasure Valley
(153 reviews) (source: Google rating as shown on appliancerepairhunt.com/boise-id, checked Oct 28, 2026)
Phone: not yet verified, see the shop website
Cody's Appliance Repair
📍 Based in Eagle, Ada County
Areas served (as the shop describes them): Boise, Meridian, Eagle, Caldwell, Nampa, Kuna, Star, Middleton, Garden City
(1,350 reviews) (source: Google rating as shown on appliancerepairhunt.com/boise-id, checked Oct 28, 2026)
Home Appliance Service Inc
📍 Based in Meridian, Ada County
Areas served (as the shop describes them): Treasure Valley
(119 reviews) (source: Google rating as shown on appliancerepairhunt.com/boise-id, checked Oct 28, 2026)
Western Appliance Repair
📍 Based in Boise, Ada County
Areas served (as the shop describes them): Boise area
(94 reviews) (source: Google rating as shown on appliancerepairhunt.com/boise-id, checked Oct 28, 2026)
Murf's Appliance Repair
📍 Based in Meridian, Ada County
Areas served (as the shop describes them): Boise, Meridian, Kuna, Eagle, Nampa, Garden City
(68 reviews) (source: Google rating as shown on appliancerepairhunt.com/boise-id, checked Oct 28, 2026)
A second Google listing (Boise) shows 4.5 from 85 reviews.
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FAQ
What temperature should my fridge be?
The FDA advises keeping the refrigerator at 40°F or below and the freezer at 0°F. Use an appliance thermometer to check.
Can I fix a fridge that is not cooling myself?
Clearing vents and cleaning condenser coils are safe owner steps. Fans, defrost parts, controls and anything in the sealed refrigerant system need a technician.
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