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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Iowa Falls
Within 60 miles of Iowa Falls there are 20 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Waterloo (4), Charles City (3), and Cedar Falls (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Kevy's Appliance Repair, around 16.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Iowa Falls name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Iowa Falls 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.
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 16.0, 28.5, 38.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 20 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
The leading options for Iowa Falls are Sears Appliance Repair (28.5 miles away, based in Webster City, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.3 miles away, based in Waterloo, 4.7 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.6 miles away, based in Marshalltown, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance & Services LLC (38.8 miles away, based in Ames, 4.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Samsung ice makers come in several designs, including fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and in-freezer ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
What a Samsung Technician Deals With
The fill valve needs at least 20 psi of supply pressure; low pressure shows up as small or shattered cubes, and on dual ice maker models a misplaced scoop holder can block the bucket sensor and halt production. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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
- Ice maker leaking. Check that the gasket between the ice chute and the ice bucket sits flush, since a gap melts ice and causes drips. Source: Samsung US - Water leaks in a Samsung refrigerator
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
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 40E / 40C | Ice room fan error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 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 |
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
Signs Your Samsung Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice tastes or smells off
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Iowa Falls
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Iowa Falls and freezer repair in Iowa Falls.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Repair Cost Ranges
A Samsung ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair an ice maker that is under five years old or whose parts are affordable; replace it if the repair costs more than a whole new assembly. Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- Any light, code or message on the display
- When the water filter was last changed
Local Notes for Iowa Falls
Most ice maker calls in Iowa Falls 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.
Iowa does not issue a general appliance repair technician license; the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board licenses plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and hydronic work, and state law carves out a special restricted license only for utility employees who repair appliances. Source: Iowa Code Chapter 105, Plumbers, Mechanical Professionals, and Contractors
In Iowa, you can check a license with the Iowa DIAL Find a Record or License (Plumbing & Mechanical Systems Board public search) or report a problem to the Iowa Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Iowa Falls
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Iowa Falls, IA
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Can the same technician fix my Samsung chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Iowa Falls
Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Iowa Falls technician bring the right parts.