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. Below are independent repair companies serving Gulf Shores, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Gulf Shores
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Gulf Shores. 2 of them are based in Gulf Shores itself, and the rest are spread across Pensacola (5), Orange Beach (4), and Foley (4). Distances run up to about 29 miles. None of the repair companies near Gulf Shores name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. 5T's Appliance Inc. is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Gulf Shores. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 20 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.6, 3.9 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
The leading options for Gulf Shores are SuperTech Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in Foley, 5.0 stars from 117 reviews); Patriot Appliance LLC (14.9 miles away, based in Lillian, 4.9 stars from 332 reviews); Appliance Service, LLC (8.7 miles away, based in Orange Beach, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Emerald Coast Appliance Repair (26.6 miles away, based in Pensacola, 4.7 stars from 497 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, Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and in-freezer ice maker.
Samsung Lines Technicians Work On
What Makes Samsung Ice Maker Repairs Different
The ice maker has its own automatic defrost; Samsung tells owners not to defrost it themselves, and a sheet of ice over the ice maker or a stuck, frozen bucket calls for service. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
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 dispenser not working. Check that the bucket has loose ice rather than clumps, Child Lock is off, the chute is clear and the bucket clicks into place. Source: Samsung US - Issues with Samsung refrigerator ice dispensers
- 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
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
Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
| 33E | Ice pipe heater 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
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Compressor hums but will not start
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Gulf Shores and freezer repair in Gulf Shores.
Owner Care for Samsung Ice Makers
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 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?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Call
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Around Gulf Shores
Most ice maker calls in Gulf Shores 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Gulf Shores
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Gulf Shores, AL
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Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Gulf Shores
Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Gulf Shores technician bring the right parts.