Your freezer makes it easy to stock up, save leftovers, and enjoy tasty treats like popsicles and ice cream. However, like all appliances, freezers can develop issues over time. Here are common problems you might experience and when to schedule professional freezer repair. 

What Are Common Freezer Problems?

1. Faulty Interior Lights 

Refrigerators and freezers have interior lights to help you find the items you need. If the lights aren’t working, there are two possibilities—the freezer itself may not be receiving power, or the light bulbs may have burned out.

Listen to see if your freezer is running. If it is, but the lights still won’t turn on when you open the door or drawer, you may need replacement bulbs. Freezer repair technicians can order and install new bulbs to correct the problem. 

2. Frost Buildup

Modern freezers are designed with a defrost cycle that automatically warms the freezer in intervals to keep condensation and frost from forming. However, excessive frost buildup could signal a problem with the appliance’s defrost system or a leaky gasket allowing in heated household air. 

Check the door or drawer gasket to see if there are any signs of visible damage. If the gasket is in good shape, ask a freezer repair professional to test your defrost cycle. After the problem is resolved, you can thaw the accumulation by unplugging the refrigerator and freezer, letting the ice melt with the door open. 

3. Broken Thermostat

If the items inside your freezer feel soft, the thermostat that prompts the appliance to switch back into a freezing cycle may be broken. The thermostat may also have been turned up, raising the set temperature of your freezer.

Check the setting and reach out to an appliance technician if the system is set properly but can’t keep up with demand. 

Anytime you’re experiencing an issue with your home appliances, turn to Pro Appliance in Portal, GA. For more than 25 years, this trusted team of professionals has focused on providing comprehensive appliance and freezer repair for their customers. With team members who carry replacement parts on their trucks, you can have your refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, or washing machine working again promptly. To learn more about how they can help, visit their website, or give their office a call at (912) 764-4654.