Freezers fail in fairly predictable ways, and many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Picayune and the Pearl River County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Technicians Serving Picayune, MS
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Picayune. 3 list an address in Picayune, and the rest are spread across Slidell (7), Mandeville (3), and Bay St Louis (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Of those, 6 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 20 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 4.6 |
The leading options for Picayune are Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cox Appliance Repair LLC (22.3 miles away, based in Bay St Louis, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.3 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1st Call Appliance Tech (25.1 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.8 stars from 50 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Compressor hums but will not start
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Picayune Freezer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or lg freezer not freezing.
Before Anyone Opens the Sealed System
Refrigerant must be recovered before a refrigerator or freezer is scrapped; the final disposer in the disposal chain is responsible for recovery, and some municipalities will not pick up appliances until it has been removed. Source: U.S. EPA - Appliance Disposal
Standard refrigerators should not be installed where temperatures drop below about 60°F or exceed 110°F; cold thickens compressor oil and heat can break it down and damage the sealed system. Source: GE Appliances - Refrigerator Installation Location and Temperature
Freezer Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a freezer in Picayune, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 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?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Picayune
Most freezer calls in Picayune 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.
Before You Book in Picayune
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the defrost system, fans and controls before looking at the sealed system?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Picayune, MS
How cold should a freezer be?
Should I repair or replace my freezer?
What should I do with the food while I wait?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Ice Maker and Freezer Repair by Brand in Picayune
Freezer Repair Near Picayune
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 Picayune technician a trip for parts.