Freezer defrost and clean in Exeter
Professional freezer defrost and clean services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60-£110
Typical Duration
1-2 hrs
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional freezer defrost and deep clean - ice buildup safely removed, interior thoroughly cleaned. Your freezer working efficiently again with full capacity restored.
Ice Is Stealing Your Space
That buildup isn't just annoying. Ice coating reduces freezer capacity and makes it work harder - using more electricity and shortening its life. Time to defrost properly.
💡 Pro tip: Best time to defrost is when freezer is low on contents. Easier to manage and less to keep cold elsewhere.
Why Proper Defrosting Matters
| ✅ Defrosted Freezer | ❌ Iced-Up Freezer |
|---|---|
| Full capacity | Lost to ice |
| Runs efficiently | Works overtime |
| Food freezes properly | Uneven temperatures |
| Door closes properly | Forced shut |
Common Freezer Issues
| Problem | Solution |
|---|---|
| Thick ice coating | Full defrost |
| Can't close door | Defrost and check seal |
| Frost on food | Clean and reset |
| Bad smells | Deep clean interior |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Empty | Contents removed safely |
| Defrost | Ice removed properly |
| Clean | Interior deep cleaned |
| Reset | Back to working order |
📦 You're Left With
- Ice-free freezer
- Clean interior
- Full capacity back
- Efficient operation
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Under-counter freezer | 1-1.5 hrs | £60-£85 |
| Upright freezer | 1.5-2 hrs | £85-£110 |
| Large chest freezer | 2+ hrs | From £110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Can't see the shelves - Ice taken over
✅ Door won't close - Ice buildup
✅ Moving house - Need it empty anyway
✅ Annual maintenance - Regular defrost
Why Choose Us for Freezer defrost and clean in Exeter?
Ice buildup removed
Full capacity restored
Interior deep cleaned
Running efficiently
What to Expect
Step 1: Empty
Contents removed safely.
Step 2: Defrost
Ice removed without damage.
Step 3: Clean
Interior thoroughly cleaned.
🔧 DIY Tips
Defrosting your freezer yourself? Here's how:
🔧 What you'll need
- Towels (lots of them)
- Bowl for ice water
- Plastic scraper (not metal)
- Cleaning spray
- Cool box for food
📐 Defrosting steps
- Turn off and empty freezer
- Leave door open
- Put towels around base
- Don't chip at ice (damages surfaces)
- Wipe down once clear
- Dry thoroughly before switching on
⚠️ Never do these
- Use hairdryer (warps plastic)
- Chip with knife (punctures)
- Use hot water (thermal shock)
- Leave food out too long
💡 Pro trick: Bowl of hot water inside speeds defrost safely. Replace when cold. Much faster than just leaving open.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
❄️ Efficiency matters - a properly defrosted freezer uses less electricity. The ice acts as insulation where you don't want it.
Signs you need to defrost:
- Ice more than 5mm thick
- Door needs forcing closed
- Can't access all shelves
- Frost on everything
Related services:
- Fridge cleaning
- Kitchen appliance maintenance
- Moving day prep
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does defrosting take?
Active defrosting with us takes 1-2 hours. We speed it up safely - don't use heat sources that damage plastic. Natural defrosting takes 6-12 hours.
What happens to my frozen food?
You'll need to plan for this. We can use cool boxes during the clean, but ideally use up frozen food beforehand or store elsewhere temporarily.
Why does my freezer ice up so quickly?
Door seal issues, frequent opening, or putting warm food in. After cleaning, we check the seal and can advise on what's causing the buildup.
Is the ice at the back normal?
Some frost is normal. Thick ice coating isn't - it means the auto-defrost isn't working or there's a seal problem. Worth addressing before it gets worse.
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