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. Below are independent repair companies serving Atascadero, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Atascadero
Within 60 miles of Atascadero there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Atascadero itself, and other nearby bases include Santa Maria (6), San Luis Obispo (4), and Lompoc (4). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Ethan Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Atascadero. No company within 90 miles of Atascadero mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Atascadero is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Atascadero. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 10.2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
The leading options for Atascadero are Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.2 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.3 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Lines Technicians Work On
What a Samsung Technician Deals With
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
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
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 14E | Ice maker sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
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Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- Clean the door seals with warm soapy water; a torn or split seal needs service, while one that has popped out of its channel can be pressed back in. Source: Samsung US - Frost forms in the Samsung freezer, refrigerator, or ice bucket
- 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
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:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Refrigerant recharge (regassing): $200–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it 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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Atascadero, CA
Most ice maker calls in Atascadero 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Questions to Ask a Atascadero Repair Technician
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Atascadero, CA
How do I reset my ice maker?
Is this Samsung customer service?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Atascadero technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Samsung ice maker itself.