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. The Ocala list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Ocala
Within 30 miles of Ocala there are 33 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Ocala, and the rest are spread across Belleview (6), Inverness (3), and Summerfield (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: MVB Appliance LLC, around 0.9 miles out. None of the repair companies near Ocala 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 4.5 stars across 28 businesses.
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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
At the top of the Ocala list: Hartman's Appliance Repair Ocala (1.3 miles away, 4.8 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Marion County (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 920 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 218 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Belleview, 4.6 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
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 top-freezer refrigerator, convertible upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, and 4-Door Flex refrigerator.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Samsung Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
- 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
The Samsung Ice Maker Test
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 |
|---|---|
| 40E / 40C | Ice room fan error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. 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
When to Call for Samsung Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
What Gets Fixed on a Ocala Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Ocala and freezer repair in Ocala.
Care Samsung Recommends
- 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
- 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.
What Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
A Samsung ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
50 percent rule: repair if the quote is under half the price of a comparable new unit; otherwise lean toward replacing. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
Local Notes for Ocala
Most ice maker calls in Ocala 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Ocala Repair Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Ocala, FL
Why is my ice maker making tiny cubes?
Do you work for Samsung?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
Why is my Samsung refrigerator showing a code?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Ocala technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Samsung ice maker itself.