A freezer that quietly stops freezing costs more than the repair once the food inside is lost, so speed matters more here than with most appliances. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Benton and the Bossier County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Local Freezer Repair in Benton, LA
17 repair companies serve Benton from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Shreveport (11), Bossier City (4), and Greenwood (1). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 6 list freezer or refrigeration work specifically. Western Star Refrigeration and Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 9.1 miles from Benton. Rated companies nearby average 3.8 stars across 14 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.1, 11.3, 11.4 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
The leading options for Benton are Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (13.6 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Bossier City, 4.3 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.6 miles away, based in Springhill, 4.4 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta Appliance & Refrigeration Services (18.3 miles away, based in Shreveport, lists Saturday hours).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
Protecting the Food While You Wait
Keep the door closed. Every opening lets cold air out. Put an appliance thermometer inside so you know the real temperature, and move food to another freezer or a cooler with ice if the repair will take longer than the freezer can hold.
Perishable foods held above 40°F for more than 2 hours should be thrown out. Source: USDA FSIS - A Consumer's Guide to Food Safety: Severe Storms and Hurricanes
An appliance thermometer is the most reliable way to know the temperature; keep one at the front of both the refrigerator and the freezer and check them at least weekly. Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What Gets Fixed on a Benton Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Old Freezers and Child Safety
Before discarding an old wine cooler or beverage center, take the doors off and leave the shelves in place so children cannot easily climb inside. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
Chest freezers are usually more efficient than uprights because their top-opening lid lets less cold air escape. Source: ENERGY STAR - Freezers
What Freezer Repair Costs in Benton
Before replacing a freezer in Benton, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What Benton Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Benton come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Repair Company in Benton
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Benton, LA
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Freezer Repair Near Benton
Before you call a Benton 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.