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 Lexington and the Henderson County area, with companies that mention freezer or refrigeration work shown first.
Freezer Technicians Serving Lexington, TN
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lexington. 1 list an address in Lexington, and the rest are spread across Jackson (22), Huntingdon (1), and Milan (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: Meals Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. Of those, 4 mention freezer or refrigeration work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 21.5, 21.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
At the top of the Lexington list: Done Right Appliance Repair and Service (25.6 miles away, based in Huntingdon, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews); Meals Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.5 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Milan, 1.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Freezer Needs a Technician
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
Food Safety When a Freezer Warms Up
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.
Keep the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or colder and the freezer at 0°F (-18°C). Source: FDA - Are You Storing Food Safely?
Thawed food can be safely refrozen if it still has ice crystals or is at 40°F or below. Source: FoodSafety.gov - Three Ways to Keep Food Safe When You Lose Power
Why Freezers Stop Freezing
What a Freezer Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with samsung freezer not working or not freezing or lg freezer not freezing.
Old Freezers and Child Safety
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
What Freezer Repair Costs in Lexington
Most freezer repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new freezer. Published ranges:
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 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?
- Diagnostic fee (often waived if the repair is approved): $60–$100 per visit Source: Thumbtack - Refrigerator repair cost
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the freezer repair cost guide and when to repair or replace.
Around Lexington
Most freezer calls in Lexington come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Lexington
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on chest and upright freezers as well as refrigerator freezers?
- Is the technician certified to handle refrigerant if the problem turns out to be a leak or the compressor?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Lexington, TN
Can a technician fix a deep freezer?
Why is my freezer not freezing?
Do you cover Lexington and nearby towns?
How long will food stay frozen?
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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 Lexington technician a trip for parts.