Walk-In Fridge & Cold Room Repairs in Cape Town
Professional walk-in fridge and cold room repairs in Cape Town. Fast response, expert technicians, and dependable commercial refrigeration services for restaurants, butchers, supermarkets, and industrial facilities. Keep your temperature-critical storage running efficiently.
Fast, Reliable Walk in Refrigerator Repair Service
When your walk-in fridge or cold room stops performing the way it should, your business feels the impact instantly. Whether you run a restaurant, supermarket, butchery, dairy facility, or any business that relies on temperature-controlled storage, refrigeration breakdowns can lead to costly product loss, downtime, and safety risks. That’s why our expert team delivers fast, reliable walk-in fridge and cold room repairs in Cape Town – ensuring your system is restored quickly and professionally.
We understand how essential proper cooling is to your operations. With years of commercial refrigeration experience, certified technicians, and fully equipped service vehicles, we provide a dependable service that businesses across Cape Town trust.
Why Regular Servicing Is Important
Preventative maintenance not only reduces unexpected breakdowns but also ensures:
- Optimal cooling efficiency
- Lower electricity bills
- Longer equipment lifespan
- Safer food storage
- Reduced wear on components
We offer one-off maintenance and scheduled service contracts tailored to your business.
Industries We Serve in Cape Town
We provide walk-in fridge and cold room repairs for:
- Restaurants & cafés
- Hotels & catering facilities
- Butcheries & meat processors
- Supermarkets & retail stores
- Fisheries & seafood suppliers
- Pharmaceutical cold storage
- Fresh produce warehouses
- Bakeries & food manufacturers
- Industrial food processing plants
No industry is too big or too small – if you depend on commercial refrigeration, we’re here to help.
Testimonials
⭐ David M., Montague Gardens
“Excellent service! Our cold room wasn’t holding temperature and we were losing stock daily. Their technician arrived the same morning, diagnosed the issue quickly, and repaired the faulty panel seal on-site. Professional, knowledgeable and transparent with pricing. Highly recommended.”
⭐ Sarah P., Table View
“Our walk-in fridge compressor failed during a busy weekend. They responded within an hour and had a replacement installed the same day. The cold room is now running better than before. Reliable, friendly and extremely efficient.”
⭐ Johan L., Milnerton
“We booked them for our annual cold room maintenance. The technician did a full inspection, cleaned the coils, corrected the thermostat readings and advised us on preventative care. Great workmanship and honest feedback. We will definitely use them again.”
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Areas We Service in Cape Town
From central Cape Town to the surrounding suburbs, we cover a wide region, including:
- Table View
- Milnerton
- Blouberg
- Century City
- Goodwood
- Epping
- Parow
- Bellville
- Durbanville
- Montague Gardens
- Paarden Eiland
- Cape Town CBD
- Southern Suburbs
- Northern Suburbs
- Atlantic Seaboard
- West Coast
- Cape Winelands (Paarl, Stellenbosch, Wellington)
Our Walk-In Fridge / Cold Room Repair Services
Cold Room Maintenance
Regular cold room maintenance is essential to prevent breakdowns, reduce energy consumption, and keep temperatures stable. Our service includes checking refrigerant levels, testing compressors, inspecting electrical components, cleaning evaporator coils, calibrating thermostats, and verifying door seals. Scheduled maintenance helps businesses avoid costly downtime, stock loss, and unexpected equipment failures.
Cold Room Compressor Replacement
A failing compressor can cause temperature instability and complete cold room failure. We supply and install high-quality compressors, including reputable brands matched to your system’s capacity. Our technicians perform full diagnostic tests, recover refrigerant safely, and complete the installation to industry standards.
Cold Room Gasket Replacement
Worn or cracked gaskets allow cold air to escape, forcing your system to work harder and increasing energy bills. We supply and install high-quality door gaskets designed specifically for cold rooms, ensuring a perfect seal and optimal insulation.
Cold Room Door Replacement
A damaged walk-in cooler door can lead to temperature loss, higher energy costs, and spoiled stock. Our technicians repair and align doors, replace hinges, fix worn seals, and restore proper insulation to ensure your cooler maintains consistent temperatures.
Walk-In Cooler Floor Repair
Weak, cracked, or sinking walk-in cooler floors pose safety risks and cause cold air loss. We repair insulated flooring, replace damaged panels, reinforce structural supports, and eliminate moisture buildup beneath the floor.
Cold Room Panel Repair & Replacement
Damaged or moisture-compromised cold room panels reduce insulation efficiency and increase running costs. We repair dents, replace compromised insulation, fix metal skins, and install new prefabricated panels when required.
Emergency Breakdown Repairs
Refrigeration emergencies can occur at any time. We offer rapid on-site response for urgent breakdowns affecting your walk-in fridge or cold room.
Refrigerant Leak Detection & Repairs
Low gas levels, leaks, or damaged copper lines can severely affect cooling performance. We perform leak detection, sealing, regassing, and system testing.
Evaporator & Condenser Repairs
We service faulty fans, coils, motors, and blocked components to restore proper airflow and cooling efficiency.
Electrical & Control System Repairs
Faulty thermostats, sensors, wiring, and control panels can prevent your cold room from operating correctly. Our technicians handle all electrical diagnostics and repairs
Common Walk-In Fridge Problems We Repair
Most Commercial cold rooms repair problems are not too major and too expensive for you to replace the whole unit. Glotech offers an all-inclusive repair service to address a wide range of cooler room issues. Below are some of the problems we fix.
- Temperature too high or too low
- Fridge or cold room not cooling at all
- Freezing when not supposed to
- Compressor running constantly
- Strange noises (buzzing, clicking, banging)
- Ice buildup on evaporator
- Refrigerant leaks
- Blown fuses or electrical faults
- Faulty thermostats or sensors
- Damaged door seals causing warm air to enter
- Excessive condensation or water pooling
- Fan not running or running too loud
Our technicians diagnose the issue accurately and provide long-term repair solutions.
Why Choose Us
Your cooling equipment is mission-critical, and you deserve a service provider who values uptime, reliability, and precision. We offer:
Cold room breakdowns can’t wait. We prioritise urgent repairs to help protect your stock and keep your business running.
We specialise in commercial refrigeration systems, ensuring accurate diagnostics and long-lasting repairs.
No matter the size, brand, or cooling configuration, our team can handle it.
Our vehicles carry essential tools, replacement parts, gauges, and refrigeration instruments.
No hidden fees. Clear communication and quality workmanship from start to finish.
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Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
Various reasons can cause this issue. These may include a faulty thermostat, compressor issues, or problems with the condenser coils. It is recommended to have a skilled technician to diagnose the specific fault.
A dirty coil can cause cooling problems. It is important for you to cleaning the condenser coils at least twice a year. This will maintain the efficiency of your refrigerator.
Noises can be caused by various issues. These may include compressor faults, condenser fan problems, or evaporator fan issues. It’s important to have a skilled technician check and identify the root cause of the noise.