When a freezer in Paragould starts to warm, the first question is whether it is a setting, a blocked vent, a door that is not sealing or a failed part. Below are the companies within reach of Paragould, sorted by how closely they match freezer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Freezer Repair in Paragould, AR
Within 60 miles of Paragould there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Paragould, and the rest are spread across Jonesboro (2), Poplar Bluff (2), and Covington (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Emergency Appliance Repair in Paragould, around 1.4 miles out. 8 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Paragould is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paragould. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.2, 18.6 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
First up for Paragould: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (51.6 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.9 miles away, based in Blytheville, 4.4 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kent Heating & Air Services (33.4 miles away, based in Trumann, 4.8 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Paragould
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Refrigerant and Sealed-System Work
Under Section 608 of the Clean Air Act, technicians who maintain, service or repair equipment that could release refrigerant into the air must hold EPA Section 608 certification; small appliances such as household refrigerators fall under the Type 1 category. Source: U.S. EPA - Section 608 Technician Certification
Unplug the appliance or disconnect power before installing an ice maker, connecting a water line, or cleaning the cabinet. Source: Whirlpool - Modular Ice Maker Kit Installation Instructions (W11548724)
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a freezer in Paragould, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 Paragould, AR
Most freezer calls in Paragould 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Paragould
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Paragould, AR
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Why is my freezer warm but the motor is running?
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Before you call a Paragould technician, check that the freezer is plugged in and the outlet works, that the door closes fully on the gasket, and that nothing is blocking the vents inside. Then note how warm it is and have the model number ready.