When a freezer in Carthage 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. 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.
Who Repairs Freezers Near Carthage
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Carthage. 1 of them are based in Carthage itself, and the rest are spread across Shreveport (11), Tyler (6), and Longview (5). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 12 of them mention freezer or refrigeration work in their listing or website. The closest is Bulldawg Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Carthage is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 26.0, 27.4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 40 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
| Mention a major refrigerator brand | 1 |
At the top of the Carthage list: Bulldawg Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 3.9 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (41.4 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (59.5 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews).
When to Call for Freezer Repair
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
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
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?
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with repair or replace a freezer or ice maker? or lg freezer not freezing.
Who Should Handle Refrigerant
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
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
What Freezer Repair Costs in Carthage
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:
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 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?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Local Notes for Carthage
Most freezer calls in Carthage come down to the same handful of parts: the defrost system, a fan, the temperature control, the door gasket and dirty condenser coils.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Carthage
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What should I do with the food while I wait for the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand freezers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Freezer Repair FAQs: Carthage, TX
How long will food stay frozen?
Do you cover Carthage and nearby towns?
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Before you call a Carthage 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.