Est. 2004 · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
Expert Fridge & Commercial Refrigeration Repairs in Durban
Professional refrigeration repair, maintenance and installation for homes and businesses since 2004. Whether your fridge has stopped cooling or your business needs urgent commercial refrigeration attention, our experienced technicians respond fast — keeping cool under every circumstance.
Established
2004
Experience
30+ yrs
Coverage
15+ suburbs
Cover
Fully insured
On-site, most areas
What we service
Domestic Repairs
Household fridges and freezers, diagnosed and repaired at your home.
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Commercial Refrigeration
Restaurants, supermarkets and mobile fridges — kept running, kept legal.
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Cold & Freezer Rooms
Custom-built systems, sized to your space and your budget.
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Maintenance
Scheduled servicing that catches faults before they become breakdowns.
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Sales
Beverage coolers, under-counter units, meat display — buy or sell.
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Since 2004
Owner-operated, hands-on, every job — with factory-backed warranties and fully equipped vehicles on every call-out.
2004
Founded in Durban, owner-operated from day one.
Since
30+ years combined technician experience across the team.
Now
Servicing Durban and 15+ surrounding suburbs, fully insured, factory-backed warranties.
Parts & repairs
Brands we service
On Google
What Durban says about us
“Nolan and Reliable Refrigeration give fantastic service at reasonable rates. They are honest, explain problems and give fair estimates. They give good advice and if a unit is not viable to repair they'll tell you. I highly recommend their services.”
“Very reliable co. The technician has a vast knowledge on fridge repair. Ive had 3 guys repair my fridge and i lost money. Nolan and his team i will recommend any day.”
“I am very happy with the service received. The quick response to my call, the honest no nonsense discussion regards the assessment of my problem and the turn around time to fix it. I would highly recommend using Reliable Refrigeration.”
“Nolan and team are excellent in what they do. Always reliable and affordable. Using them for close to 17 years. Also services special needs school Open Air School. Trustworthy and efficient.”
“Very responsive compared to others I contacted. Was very quick to arrive at my property to assess the fridge. Extremely professional and offered different options for repair. Communicated times of arrival and expected turnarounds very well. I would highly recommend Nolan.”
“Reliable Refrigeration provided excellent service from start to finish. True to their name, they were incredibly reliable and right there when I needed them. The entire process was smooth and highly efficient. If you want a team that actually shows up and delivers top-notch work, look no further. Highly recommended!”
Rated by customers across Durban and the surrounding area.
Around Durban
Some of our clients
Where we work
Areas we service
Based in Durban, on the road across KwaZulu-Natal.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair all fridge brands?
Yes. We repair most major domestic and commercial refrigeration brands, including Samsung, LG, Defy, KIC, Hisense, Bosch, AEG, Whirlpool, Haier, Liebherr, Beko, Midea, Univa, Snomaster, Fridgemaster, Fridge Star, Husky, Staycold and many others.
How much does a call-out cost?
Call-out fees start from R250 and depend on your area. Call us with your suburb and we will confirm the fee before we come out.
How much does a fridge repair cost?
Minor repairs typically cost between R350 and R950. Major repairs start from R1,250. We diagnose the fault first and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Do you provide commercial refrigeration repairs?
Yes. We service commercial refrigeration equipment, cold rooms, freezer rooms, display fridges and beverage coolers for restaurants, supermarkets and other businesses.
How quickly can you attend a breakdown?
We always aim to respond as quickly as possible and will arrange the earliest available appointment — call us directly for the fastest response.
Do you offer maintenance services?
Yes. Regular maintenance helps prevent unexpected breakdowns, improves energy efficiency and extends the life of your refrigeration equipment.
What areas do you service?
We cover Durban and the surrounding area, including Durban North, Umhlanga, La Lucia, Kloof, Hillcrest, Westville, Pinetown, Queensburgh, Malvern and more.
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Mon–Sat, across Durban and the surrounding area.