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. The Vail list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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, Vail CO
12 repair companies serve Vail from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Avon (2), Edwards (2), and Leadville (2). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Nearest on the list: Mr. Appliance of Vail, Aspen, and Glenwood, around 6.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Vail mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 11 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Vail is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 2 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.8, 8.7, 13.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
At the top of the Vail list: Mr. Appliance of Vail, Aspen, and Glenwood (6.8 miles away, based in Avon, 4.9 stars from 256 reviews); Andy's Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Leadville, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews); Appliance Artisan (26.0 miles away, based in Alma, 5.0 stars from 28 reviews); CraigStar Premier Improvements, LLC & CraigStar Premier Inspections, LLC (8.7 miles away, based in Avon, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
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 Lines Technicians Work On
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
Samsung Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 33E | Ice pipe heater 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
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Food is soft or ice cream will not stay firm
What Gets Fixed on a Vail Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Vail and freezer repair in Vail.
Owner Care for Samsung Ice Makers
- 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
- 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
Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Control board replacement: $300–$650 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Around Vail
Most ice maker calls in Vail 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Vail
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Vail, CO
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Vail
Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung refrigerator or freezer, usually on a label inside the fresh-food section or the freezer door frame. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.