Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs in Taft involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Taft list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Taft
We found 32 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Taft. 1 list an address in Taft, and other nearby bases include Bakersfield (30) and Anaheim (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Taft mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Taft. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 20 businesses.
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| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 21.9, 22.7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
The leading options for Taft are Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.4 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zip Appliance & Plumbing Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 4.8 stars from 1,299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bakersfield Area Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Bakersfield, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Samsung ice makers come in several designs, including Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), in-freezer ice maker, and fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
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
Samsung Symptoms and First Checks
- Ice maker not making ice. Confirm the freezer is at 0°F or colder, the Ice Off light is not on, the bucket is fully seated and holds only ice, then run the ice maker reset test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
- Ice maker frozen / ice buildup. Samsung says not to defrost the ice maker yourself, and a frozen-over ice maker or a bucket that will not pull out needs service. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 40E / 40C | Ice room fan error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 33E | Ice pipe heater 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 |
Connected Samsung refrigerators can use SmartThings Home Care, which monitors the appliance and pushes alerts with the error code and troubleshooting steps when something goes wrong. Source: Samsung US - Use SmartThings Home Care in the SmartThings app
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Taft and freezer repair in Taft.
Owner Care for Samsung Ice Makers
- Keep about two inches of space in front of the rear vents and let hot food cool before storing it to limit frost. Source: Samsung US - Frost forms in the Samsung freezer, refrigerator, or ice bucket
- 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
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:
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Chest freezer repair: $50–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it 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?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- When the water filter was last changed
- 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 Taft, CA
Most ice maker calls in Taft 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 Taft Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Taft, CA
Can the same technician fix my Samsung chest or upright freezer?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung ice makers?
Is this Samsung customer service?
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Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Taft technician bring the right parts.