Lakeside Refrigeration Service

Lakeside Refrigeration Service NYS Certified Journeyman with 25 years experience. Same Service/Reasonable Rates (Bringing rates bac What are the advantages to implementing a PM program?

Lakeside Refrigeration Service is centrally located in the Finger Lakes Region. Along with being a nearby solution to your refrigeration problems, we also specialize in Preventative Maintenance programs to keep your business running smoothly. LRS offers over 25 years of experience by a skilled NYS Certified Journeyman in the field of HVAC & Refrigeration. (see ABOUT US)

We want to get "Back t

o Basics" and cut the high cost of service down to a reasonable level. Why pay $60.00 or more per hour when you can get the same professional repair and advice for as little as $35.00 per hour? Not to mention, our Preventative Maintenance (PM) program is designed to keep your equipment operating smoothly at all times and very possibly catch problems BEFORE they happen in most cases. Of course, we are a service oriented company and are happy to assist you if need be. Answer all of your questions here:

http://lakeside-service.com/

Just another day in an attic
03/24/2025

Just another day in an attic

Too many times…
10/14/2024

Too many times…

02/21/2024

So this is kind of cool - I offered my 'handyman' services to an up-coming "Repair Cafe" in Montour Falls and they are meeting with me March 1st. I had never heard of the program before but I read about it in "The Odessa Files", a local news outlet. Being retired, I have the time and being a 'tinkerer' all of my life, I think it would be fun to show folks how to repair their own items around the house. I'm hoping I can be a part of it. This is the article I came across :
http:\\www.odessafile.com/business.html

10/24/2022

I just read that one of my favorite mentors has passed away. Lee Sillimen was an outstanding mechanic, repairing most anything you could present him. He was a local man whom I met when I started Lakeside Refrigeration Service. He and I worked together at few different local restaurants. I used to call him for advice and was even surprised when he'd call me for advice on repairing a refrigeration problem. He was not only very smart, he was gentle and funny. I noticed how connected he was with the local business owners and learned how to treat customers with, above all, fairness. I learned from him how to gain trust by being honest and charge people what the actual repair was worth. Sometimes the job was was very difficult and took a lot of time and and the owner would be charged a sufficient fee. Other times (most times actually) the problem was fairly simple and Lee would charge them 20 bucks or tell them, "Just give me lunch someday" - in lieu of money. Because of his graciousness, he gained so much respect from the locals. I aspired to follow his footsteps and business practices. Neither one of us ever got rich but we had love and support in the community. I had a lot of admiration for that man. Thank you Lee Sillimen and may you Rest in the Peace you lived.

One last job @ Leidenfrost Vineyards - 2 of the 4 - 1100 gal. tanks ready. Just have to finish with controls and insulat...
05/02/2022

One last job @ Leidenfrost Vineyards - 2 of the 4 - 1100 gal. tanks ready. Just have to finish with controls and insulation. Fun job but bittersweet. It’s what drew me to the industry after retiring from CMC. I don’t think I’ll ever stop working all together since there aren’t many independent Refrigeration Mechanics in the area but definitely going to miss piping wineries and breweries. Life is good 👍

04/28/2022

So… another $5700.00 saved. My friend was told she needed a whole new a/c system because they couldn’t find a leak. Long story short…it was an obvious leak and I fixed it. Friend is happy, friend gets to keep her $5700.00. I’m happy I could help but I’m pi**ed that companies are out there that try screw people over. Yes, I’m supposed to be retired but I can’t let this s**t happen to people

01/26/2022

I've recently been thinking about the term "Tradesman". A true "tradesman" will give you his skill and trade it for a breakfast sandwich or a dinner for two if it wasn't a big deal to fix your problem. I loved being a Tradesman - I've landed a few good meals in the area lol. Seriously though, a good tradesman will literally trade his (or her) services for your services - that's what it's all about

12/05/2021

I've heard a wonderful bit of news lately. It seems that "Apprenticeships" are on their way back (or at least in the spotlight) I owe my entire life and career to Turner Refrigeration - at the time - got certified to train 4 apprentices. 10,000 classroom hours, 4 years of hard labor, classes at BOCES to learn motor control and welding. I can't express how grateful I am to have had such an opportunity. To the young people that are looking for a career that they may never stop doing - Keep your eyes open for an apprenticeship near you

10/04/2021

Quantity Item Description Project Use

1 1 1/2" Strainer Return side - Chiller
1 1 1/2" Check Valve Supply Side - Chiller
2 1 1/2" Ball Valves isolate Chiller components
4 1 1/2" Unions At Chilller - access components
2 1 1/2" 90 ELL into building - up wall
4 Unistrut secure pipe to wall
25 -ft. #10/3 outdoor rated wire Wire Chiller
2 1 1/2" Couplings adapt to press. relief valve
2 1 1/2" Red. Bushings adapt to 3/4" pipe to PR valve
2 3/4" Ball Valves isolate relief valve
2 3/4" Unions to access PR valve
1 3/4" 30lb. Pressure Relief Valve add to existing loop
1 Boiler Valve drain/access
26 Gallons pure Propylene Glycol Fill System
1 Glue/Primer/Misc. fittings piping components

Man...Gonna miss this a little

07/08/2021

As one of the “last of the Mohicans”- I must say its been a great journey. I Learned more than I knew and knew more than I learned over time. I pledge a life of Lee Silliman and just keep plugging away. I not retiring, I’m just going slower. Thank you to all my customers over the years…it was nice to leave you smiling. Been a good life- I wish more young people would learn a trade and discover what it’s like to help people and leave them with a smile…

It’s all about the lines...in my field anyway:
04/07/2021

It’s all about the lines...in my field anyway:

Address

Watkins Glen, NY
14891

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Lakeside Refrigeration Service posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Lakeside Refrigeration Service:

Shortcuts

Share

Category

Our Story

Lakeside Refrigeration Service [LRS] is centrally located in the Finger Lakes Region. LRS has designed and built chiller/glycol systems with electronic temperature controls at Wineries and Breweries all over the Finger Lakes region. We maintain many local restaurant and bar equipment. Along with being a nearby solution to your refrigeration problems, we also specialize in Preventative Maintenance programs to keep your business running smoothly. LRS offers over 30 years of experience by a skilled, ARMY veteran and NYS Certified Journeyman in the field of HVAC & Refrigeration. We want to get "Back to Basics" and cut the high cost of service down to a reasonable level. Why pay extravagant prices when you can get the same professional repair and advice for as little as $45.00 per hour? Our Preventative Maintenance (PM) program is designed to keep your equipment operating smoothly at all times and very possibly catch problems BEFORE they happen in most cases. Of course, we are a service oriented company and are happy to assist you 24/7 if need be.

References available from satisfied customers throughout the region.