Gasket Service in South Bend, Auburn

The SEALS of NE Indiana is driven by a clear purpose and a commitment to excellence. Our dedicated corporate leadership and network of franchise partners work hand-in-hand to deliver consistent, high-quality service across every location we serve. With aligned values rooted in integrity, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction, this united team plays a vital role in upholding our standards and advancing our mission. Their collaboration and passion are what power The SEALS every single day, creating lasting impact for the industries and communities we serve.

Gasket Specialists, Not Generalists

Unlike HVAC or refrigeration contractors, gaskets are our entire business. We custom-fabricate and install perfect-fit commercial refrigerator gaskets for all makes and models, from reach-in coolers to walk-in cooler gaskets.

Compliance Made Easy

Our services help you stay ahead of local and state health inspections, reducing the risk of costly citations or food waste.

Energy & Cost Savings

A tight, professionally installed refrigeration door gasket keeps cold air in and energy costs down, helping your equipment last longer and your bottom line grow stronger.

Fast, Reliable Service

With flexible scheduling, emergency response, and proactive inspection programs, we keep your kitchen inspection-ready and running smoothly across Northeast Indiana.

Local Ownership, National Standards

Backed by the national SEALS franchise network, we combine the professionalism of a national brand with the reliability of a local Fort Wayne-based team.

First-Time-Right Guarantee

We stand behind every seal we install, no callbacks, no shortcuts, just quality craftsmanship and genuine care.

Customers We Serve

Restaurants
Restaurants

Fast, professional service that keeps restaurant kitchens compliant, efficient, and inspection-ready — with zero downtime and precise, reliable repairs.

Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities
Hospitals & Healthcare Facilities

Clean, compliant, and disruption-free maintenance for hospital and healthcare kitchens — protecting patient safety and meeting strict sanitation standards.

School Systems
School Systems

Reliable, food-safe maintenance for school kitchens and cafeterias — keeping meal programs running smoothly, efficiently, and fully compliant year-round.

Universities & Colleges
Universities & Colleges

Expert maintenance for university dining and campus kitchens — ensuring reliable performance, food safety, and compliance across every facility.

Hotels & Resorts
Hotels & Resorts

Fast, reliable service tailored to busy kitchens—The Seals® keep your operations safe, clean, and running smoothly.

Grocery Stores
Grocery Stores

Fast, reliable service tailored to busy kitchens—The Seals® keep your operations safe, clean, and running smoothly.

About The SEALS of Northeast Indiana – Your Local Refrigeration Gasket Specialists

Our Local Commitment

  • Led by Katie McFarland, our team applies over 16 years of manufacturing and operations expertise to execute every job with exactness. As engaged with the Indiana Restaurant & Lodging Association and Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce, we stay deeply connected to local operators.
  • Community and craftsmanship drive our approach, meaning no shortcuts and no callbacks. The gaskets we install help Northeast Indiana foodservice professionals trim energy waste, easily clear health inspections, and safeguard the reputations they have spent years building behind the counter.

How We Deliver Value

  • Traveling throughout Fort Wayne, South Bend, and Auburn, we keep restaurants, hospitals, schools, hotels, and grocery stores inspection-ready across a region home to roughly 250 restaurants. Our crew provides precision-fit refrigeration gaskets, door sweeps, strip curtains, hinges, and cutting boards, sizing everything perfectly on the first attempt.
  • Equipment downtime drains revenue and frustrates your staff. Our technicians arrive promptly and work cleanly without disrupting your kitchen, ensuring your line keeps moving and your coolers hold temperature reliably through Indiana’s unpredictable swing seasons.

Our Mission: Customer Satisfaction

Fast & Responsive

To be the most trusted and responsive provider of commercial refrigeration gasket and seal solutions in Northeast Indiana—helping local businesses stay compliant, energy-efficient, and ready for inspection, every day.

Keeping You Ahead of the Health Inspector

At The SEALS of NE Indiana, we don’t just fix problems—we prevent them.
Fast. Reliable. Local. First-Time-Right.

Trusted by Local Fort Wayne & National
Brands since 2010

Northeast Indiana’s Single-Source For:

Building trust starts with doing what we say, when we say it, and doing it better than anyone else. Led by Katie McFarland, owner, The SEALS of NE Indiana, is your single source for installing and repairing:

Commercial Door Closers
Commercial Door Closers

Restaurant & Commercial Door Closers by The SEALS – Professional Installation & Repair. Serving the entire United States.

Cutting Boards
Cutting Boards

Professional Cutting Board Replacement for boards that develop deep grooves or have suffered damage – Hundreds of cutting board products (including colors) to meet the specific needs of your commercial kitchen.

Diamond Plating
Diamond Plating

Diamond Plating is a way for restaurants, food trucks, health centers, schools, and other industrial businesses to add traction to surfaces. We add this durable, slip-resistant metal to walls, floors, equipment, bar tops, accent walls, tabletops, and serving tables. Our clients love it because it is scratch-resistant, sanitary, and easy to clean. And it’s durable and long-lasting.

Door Hinges & Door Handles Repair & Replacement
Door Hinges & Door Handles Repair & Replacement

Commercial Kitchen Hinges & Handles Repair & Replacement For Restaurants, Grocery Stores, Hospitals, School Systems & More

Handyman Services for Commercial Kitchens
Handyman Services for Your Commercial Kitchen

THE SEALS Handyman Maintenance Services are Built for Commercial Kitchens. Equipment Installations & General Maintenance & Repairs.

Oven & Steamer Gasket Installation & Repair
Oven & Steamer Gasket Installation & Repair

Oven & Steamer Gasket Installation & Repair – Increase Kitchen Efficiency with The SEALS regular inspection program for oven gaskets.

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Refrigeration Gaskets

THE SEALS Commercial Refrigeration Gaskets Best Practices – Inspect Gaskets Regularly & Replace Immediately When You Detect a Tear or Mold.

Strip Curtain Installation
Strip Curtain Installation

The SEALS – Strip Curtain Installation Made-To-Order | Pre-Punched | Installed Fast | Anti-Bacterial PVC Material

Professional. Reliable. Quality.

Our Team of Gasket Specialists

Katie McFarland
Owner, The SEALS of NE Indiana
Gasket installation and repair services

FAQs

Katie McFarland owns and operates the Northeast Indiana territory, with 16 years in the trade behind her. She and her technicians cover Fort Wayne, South Bend and Auburn, and the local team belongs to the state restaurant and lodging association and the Greater Fort Wayne area chamber. Every job starts with a free inspection, a full kitchen analysis and a written estimate.

Yes. Walk-in doors are one of our most common calls across Fort Wayne, South Bend and Auburn. We measure the door in person, order a custom-fit, OE-spec gasket from our domestic manufacturers, and install it typically within 5 business days of estimate approval. Need it sooner? Expedited service runs about 3 business days for a rush and shipping charge.

Absolutely. Around Fort Wayne, South Bend and Auburn we serve hospitals, K-12 and college kitchens, hotels and grocery stores alongside the region’s hundreds of restaurants. Institutional kitchens usually run on strict access rules and purchase orders, so we schedule around your service windows and typically bill Net 30 after installation is complete and you’re satisfied.

We work around your hours and never install during the lunch or dinner rush. With more than 9 million visitors coming through the area each year, hotel and downtown kitchens rarely have a slow day, so we book mid-morning or mid-afternoon windows and knock out multiple doors in one visit. There are never trip fees, no matter how many times we come out.

More than the gasket. A torn or moldy seal leaks cold air, so the compressor runs longer and your energy bill climbs. Southern California Edison lab testing measured 4 to 22 kWh saved annually per linear foot of gasket replaced. Indiana health inspectors also check gaskets for temperature-control compliance, and a bad seal risks spoilage and cross-contamination.

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