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 Salinas, 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.
Independent Samsung Ice Maker Technicians, Salinas CA
Within 30 miles of Salinas there are 37 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Salinas, and the rest are spread across Santa Cruz (7), Watsonville (4), and Pacific Grove (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: J & M Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. None of the repair companies near Salinas 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 4.7 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salinas. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.4, 1.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
The leading options for Salinas are Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lighthouse Appliance Repair (29.2 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Golden State Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews).
Which Samsung Ice Maker Do You Have?
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. Freezer styles include convertible upright freezer, 4-Door Flex refrigerator, top-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Before You Call: The Samsung Reset
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 |
|---|---|
| 14E | Ice maker sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 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 |
| 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
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
What Gets Fixed on a Salinas Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Salinas and freezer repair in Salinas.
Owner Care for Samsung Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water dispenser repair: $170–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Local Notes for Salinas
Most ice maker calls in Salinas 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).
Before You Book in Salinas
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Salinas, CA
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung ice makers?
Do you repair Samsung standalone freezers too?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung refrigerator?
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Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Salinas technician bring the right parts.