A Samsung ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Soldotna
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 62-mile radius of Soldotna. 1 list an address in Soldotna, and other nearby bases include Anchorage (4) and Homer (1). Tims Appliance Repair and Service is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Soldotna. None of the repair companies near Soldotna name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 5 businesses. Soldotna is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Soldotna. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 59.8, 60.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 62 miles | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
First up for Soldotna: Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (61.9 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Reliable Appliance (61.4 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miller Appliance Repair of Anchorage (60.9 miles away, based in Anchorage, lists Saturday hours); Dave the Appliance Guy (61.4 miles away, based in Anchorage, 5.0 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
Samsung ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, and each one fails in its own way. On the freezer side, Samsung sells side-by-side refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, convertible upright freezer, and 4-Door Flex refrigerator.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
What a Samsung Technician Deals With
On most Samsung models the ice maker and bucket sit in the fresh-food compartment, while some models put the ice maker in the freezer; either way the freezer must reach 0°F or colder for ice to form. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
The gasket between the ice compartment and the ice bucket must sit flush, because a gap lets warm air in and causes frost, slushy ice and dripping. Source: Samsung US - Frost forms in the Samsung freezer, refrigerator, or ice bucket
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Frost buildup in freezer or ice bucket. Look for doors that do not close fully, overstuffed shelves, hot food and blocked vents, and on door ice makers check that the bucket gasket sits flush. Source: Samsung US - Frost forms in the Samsung freezer, refrigerator, or ice bucket
- Freezer not freezing. Set the freezer to 0°F or colder and allow up to 28 hours after a setting change before judging the temperature. Source: Samsung US - Cooling issues with Samsung refrigerator or freezer
Testing or Resetting a Samsung Ice Maker
With the ice bucket removed on most models, press and hold the Test button on the ice maker until it chimes (up to about 10 seconds); one chime means it passed, several chimes mean it needs service, and no chime or movement calls for cutting power for 2 minutes and trying again. Source: Samsung US - Reset the ice maker in the fridge compartment or Side-by-Side freezer
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 33E | Ice pipe heater error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 14E | Ice maker sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
- Compressor hums but will not start
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Soldotna and freezer repair in Soldotna.
Care Samsung Recommends
- Keep the freezer at 0°F or colder; if it is set warmer, lower it, turn on Power Freeze and recheck after about 3 hours. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
- Replace the water filter about every six months (rated for about 300 gallons), using a Samsung-brand filter. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
Brand guides: Samsung Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check, Samsung Freezer Not Working or Not Freezing.
Budgeting for a Samsung Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Soldotna Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Soldotna come down to the same handful of causes: water supply and pressure, a frozen fill tube, the water inlet valve, freezer temperature and the ice maker assembly itself.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
Hiring a Repair Company in Soldotna
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Soldotna, AK
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung ice makers?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Do you repair Samsung standalone freezers too?
Other Refrigeration Repair in Soldotna
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Soldotna
Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Soldotna technician bring the right parts.