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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention freezers and refrigeration at the top.
Freezer Technicians Serving Jackson, MS
37 repair companies serve Jackson from within 30 miles. 20 of them are based in Jackson itself, and the rest are spread across Brandon (6), Pearl (4), and Madison (3). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Rockford Appliance Repair Fixers, about 1.3 miles away. Of those, 4 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.4, 1.8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
First up for Jackson: Mr. Appliance of Madison (10.4 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (5.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixit Refrigeration & Appliance Inc (10.3 miles away, based in Brandon, 4.8 stars from 6 reviews).
Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- An error code or temperature alarm
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Freezer Service Call Usually Goes in Jackson
Troubleshooting first? Start with freezer not freezing or repair or replace a freezer or ice maker?.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
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
Wine coolers and beverage centers call for a dedicated, properly grounded 115-volt, 15-amp outlet, not a GFI circuit or a switch-controlled outlet. Source: Frigidaire - Wine Cooler Use & Care Guide (A15310502)
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:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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.
What Jackson Owners Should Know
Most freezer calls in Jackson come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Jackson
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Jackson, MS
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
How much does freezer repair cost in Jackson?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Jackson
Freezer Repair Near Jackson
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the door frame, on a side wall or at the back of a chest freezer) and note any code on the display. It saves a Jackson technician a trip for parts.