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. Below are independent repair companies serving Melrose Park, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Melrose Park
40 repair companies serve Melrose Park from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Melrose Park, and the rest are spread across Oak Park (7), Elmhurst (6), and Chicago (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Elite Appliance TechnicianLLC is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Melrose Park. No company within 30 miles of Melrose Park names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Melrose Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.2, 1.8 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
First up for Melrose Park: Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (7.1 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Act Fast Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Elmhurst, 4.7 stars from 353 reviews); IVAN Appliance Repairs (2.5 miles away, based in Elmwood Park, 4.7 stars from 295 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
- 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
- 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
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 |
|---|---|
| 33E | Ice pipe heater error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 14E | Ice maker 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
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
What Gets Fixed on a Melrose Park Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Melrose Park and freezer repair in Melrose Park.
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
- 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
A Samsung ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water filter replacement (professional): $85–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Drive blade replacement (dispenser-related problems): $80–$150 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: $45–$150 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
- When the water filter was last changed
Around Melrose Park
Most ice maker calls in Melrose Park 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Melrose Park
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- 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: Melrose Park, IL
Do you work for Samsung?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
Do you repair Samsung standalone freezers too?
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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.