If your Samsung ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Samsung Ice Maker Technicians, Tanaina AK
Within 60 miles of Tanaina there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Anchorage (10), Wasilla (3), and Palmer (1). The farthest listed company is about 38 miles out. None of the repair companies near Tanaina name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Denali Appliance Services, about 5.1 miles away. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Tanaina is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.1, 5.8, 7.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Mention freezers | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 14 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
First up for Tanaina: Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (36.7 miles away, based in Anchorage, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Stans Appliance & Refrigeration Rpr. (7.6 miles away, based in Wasilla, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews); Alaskan Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Palmer, 3.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denali Appliance Services (5.1 miles away, based in Wasilla, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Which Samsung Ice Maker Do You Have?
Know which Samsung ice maker you have before you call: Samsung sells fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
What a Samsung Technician Deals With
The fill valve needs at least 20 psi of supply pressure; low pressure shows up as small or shattered cubes, and on dual ice maker models a misplaced scoop holder can block the bucket sensor and halt production. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
Samsung Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker leaking. Check that the gasket between the ice chute and the ice bucket sits flush, since a gap melts ice and causes drips. Source: Samsung US - Water leaks in a Samsung refrigerator
- Small or hollow cubes. Small or shattered cubes point to low water pressure, so check that the supply valve is fully open, the line is not kinked and the filter is not restricting flow. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
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
Reading a Samsung Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 21E | Freezer fan error: the board does not sense the freezer fan turning, usually from a frozen fan or a failed fan motor. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 40E / 40C | Ice room fan error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What Gets Fixed on a Tanaina Ice Maker Call
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Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Dump stored ice about every other week so it does not clump, block the chute or trick the ice maker into thinking the bucket is full. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check, Samsung Freezer Not Working or Not Freezing.
What Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Service call: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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 ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Tanaina
Most ice maker calls in Tanaina 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Tanaina
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Tanaina, AK
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Tanaina
Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Tanaina technician bring the right parts.