today we’re highlighting a service call in Katy.
This LG refrigerator stopped cooling, and our team completed a same-day compressor replacement.
Read on to see exactly what went wrong and how we fixed it.
A 2020 LG LFXS26596S in Katy, TX 77449 stopped cooling last week.
Because our team carried the OEM compressor in stock, the unit was back
on line the same day for only $789.
Why the Refrigerator Quit Cooling
Both the freezer and fresh food temps climbed.
The compressor still hummed, yet it created zero pressure.
That symptom almost always means an internal mechanical failure.
R600a Isobutane — Efficient but Costlier Than R134a
- Highly efficient and eco-friendly, yet flammable.
- Systems hold tiny charges (60 g here); technicians must use precision scales.
- Nitrogen leak-testing and deep evacuation are mandatory for safety.
Consequently, sealed-system work with R600a costs more than comparable
R134a jobs. Proper training, tools, and extra safety steps add time.
Exact Steps Our EPA-Certified Tech Followed
- Recovered remaining refrigerant and removed the failed compressor.
- Brazed in the new LG FLD165NBMA; pressure-tested every joint with nitrogen.
- Pulled a 300-micron vacuum, then charged precisely 60 g R600a.
- Verified frost pattern and amperage; fridge reached target temperature within hours.
Replacing this French-door LG today costs $3,200+.
A $789 compressor swap saved the family over 75 % and kept their groceries safe.
10-Year LG Compressor Warranty
LG covered the compressor cost under its parts warranty.
HomeFix provided labour, refrigerant, and materials for the low total price above.
Call Us As Soon As You Notice:
- Warm fridge or freezer
- Ice maker not producing ice
- Compressor running continuously with no cool air
Need refrigerator repair near you?
Check our LG appliance service page,
read common reasons a fridge isn’t cooling,
or dive into our dedicated guide on
LG fridges not cooling.
HomeFix Appliance Repair — serving Katy, Cinco Ranch, and all 77449
with expert refrigerator repair, fridge repair near me,
and same-day LG compressor replacements.
