Burlingame, California
True Appliance Repair in Burlingame
Connecting Burlingame food-service operators with local specialists who know True commercial refrigeration.
- One local specialistNot a call center or a lead auction
- We never sell your dataShared only with your matched specialist
- Free to get matchedThe specialist explains any cost before any work
How it works
- Step 1
Tell us what broke
Answer a few quick questions about your appliance and your ZIP code. Takes about a minute, no account needed.
- Step 2
We match you with one local specialist
We send your request to a single independent specialist who covers your area and handles your appliance. Not a call center, not a bidding war.
- Step 3
They reach out to schedule
The specialist contacts you directly, usually within about 15 minutes during business hours, to confirm details and book a visit. Getting matched is free, and they explain any cost before starting.
True appliance repair in Burlingame
Burlingame runs a tighter food-service corridor than most Peninsula cities its size. From the cafes along Burlingame Avenue to the kitchens tucked into Mills Estate and the bar programs in Burlingame Park, a lot of those operations run True refrigeration. Reach-in T-Series units, TSSU prep tables, back-bar coolers, and True ice machines show up in nearly every service bay our specialists visit here. That density matters because True equipment is built for volume, but it still needs someone who actually knows the line.
The most common call our specialists get on True units isn't a total failure. It's a prep table that's running too cold, freezing mise en place and protein overnight. On TSSU prep tables and T-Series reach-ins, the temperature-control thermostat can stick closed, which keeps the compressor running without cycling off. Your food turns to a block of ice, your line cooks scramble at opening, and you're staring at a health-code problem if temperatures aren't documented correctly. That thermostat swap is a straightforward fix for a trained specialist, but diagnosing it correctly the first time saves a second service visit.
True ice machines bring their own pattern. Scale buildup in San Mateo County's water is real, and machines in Easton Addition and Lyon-Hoag kitchens that skip regular descaling cycles start underproducing or making soft, malformed cubes. Behind service, that means bar staff rationing ice and managers fielding complaints during a dinner rush.
Getting matched with a local specialist through our form is free. The independent specialists in our network set their own pricing, which you'll confirm directly with them. A discount is available when you request service through us, so ask about that when you book.
Not sure how bad it is?
Add a photo and tell us what's happening — we'll give you a quick read on whether it's likely a simple fix or worth a specialist. It's a free guide, not an on-site diagnosis. APN is a free matching service; any repair or diagnostic pricing is set by the independent specialist.
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Common problems we hear about
- A TSSU prep table in a Burlingame cafe is freezing all cold-well inserts overnight. The stuck temperature-control thermostat is keeping the compressor on continuously, turning refrigerated product into a liability before the morning shift even starts.
- A True T-49 reach-in freezer in a Mills Estate restaurant kitchen is running warm during a Friday dinner service. The evaporator fan motor has failed, airflow has dropped, and holding temperatures are climbing toward the health-code line with a full house still seated.
- A True ice machine at a Lyon-Hoag bar is producing roughly half its rated output and the cubes are soft and misshapen. Scale buildup from hard local water has restricted the water distribution system, and the unit needs a proper descaling cycle and inspection before the weekend.
Frequently asked questions
How fast can a specialist typically reach a Burlingame restaurant?
Availability varies by specialist and day, but the network covers San Mateo County regularly. Submit your request with the True model number and the symptom, and the specialist can often give you a same-day or next-morning estimate on timing.
My prep table is freezing everything but the compressor sounds fine. Why?
That's the classic sign of a stuck temperature-control thermostat on TSSU and T-Series units. The compressor runs fine mechanically, it just never gets the signal to cycle off. A specialist will test the thermostat, confirm the diagnosis, and replace it. Don't adjust the thermostat dial repeatedly trying to compensate, it won't fix the underlying fault.
Does the specialist handle True ice machines, not just coolers?
Yes. True ice machines are part of the equipment the specialists in our network service, including descaling, water-system inspection, and component repairs on True's commercial ice lines.
Who sets the repair price?
The independent specialist does. Pricing is confirmed directly between you and them at the time of service. We don't set or collect any repair fees. Getting matched through our form is free, and a discount is available when you book through us.
Is it worth repairing an older True unit or should I replace it?
True builds equipment to run for a long time, and many units in Peninsula kitchens are still cost-effective to repair at ten or twelve years old if the compressor and cabinet are sound. A specialist can give you an honest read once they've diagnosed the actual fault.
What repairs typically cost
Specialists set their own prices, so we can't quote an exact figure up front. As a rough guide for refrigerator work in this area:
- Most refrigerator repairs
- $150–$400
- Diagnostic / service-call fee
- $89–$129
Getting matched is free. The specialist sets and confirms any diagnostic or repair pricing before starting, so you decide before any work. Ask about a 10% discount when you book through our form.