Most freezer breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the defrost system, the evaporator or condenser fan, the thermostat or temperature control, the door gasket and, less often, the sealed system. Below are the companies within reach of Forrest City, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Forrest City
Our data shows 33 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Forrest City. 1 of them are based in Forrest City itself, and the rest are spread across Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Searcy (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Of those, 11 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Nearest on the list: Kevin Brown's Appliance Service, around 0.5 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Forrest City is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forrest City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 14.6, 32.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 33 |
At the top of the Forrest City list: Mr. Appliance of Memphis (59.9 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (58.1 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kent Heating & Air Services (42.4 miles away, based in Trumann, 4.8 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.3 miles away, based in Searcy, 4.5 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Forrest City
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Freezer Safety Notes
Children can become trapped and suffocate in old, unused refrigerators; remove the doors before storing or discarding one, or chain and padlock a door that cannot be removed. Source: CPSC - CPSC Warns About Children Suffocating in Old, Unused Refrigerators
Chest freezers are usually more efficient than uprights because their top-opening lid lets less cold air escape. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
Repair or Replace Your Freezer?
A freezer repair is usually a fan, a defrost part, a control or a gasket plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Diagnostic fee (often credited toward the repair): $60–$100 per visit Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Forrest City, AR
Most freezer calls in Forrest City come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Forrest City
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Forrest City, AR
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A thermometer reading, a note on whether the compressor is running and the model number in hand make any freezer repair in Forrest City faster and cheaper.