Samsung owners in Princeton usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Princeton, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Princeton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Princeton. 1 of them are based in Princeton itself, and other nearby bases include Peoria (8), Moline (3), and Sterling (2). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. Nearest on the list: A & J Complete Service Corp, around 9.3 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Samsung by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 31 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Princeton is inside its regular service area.
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| Listed as refrigerator repair | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.3, 12.7, 17.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 13 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
First up for Princeton: Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Peoria (41.7 miles away, based in Peoria, 4.6 stars from 568 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Horner's Appliance (48.1 miles away, based in West Peoria, 4.8 stars from 97 reviews); JJ Andana Appliances & Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Ladd, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Samsung ice maker you have before you call: Samsung sells Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, and in-freezer ice maker. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), convertible upright freezer, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and 4-Door Flex refrigerator.
Know Your Samsung Ice Maker
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
On most Samsung models the ice maker and bucket sit in the fresh-food compartment, while some models put the ice maker in the freezer; either way the freezer must reach 0°F or colder for ice to form. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor 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 |
| 33E | Ice pipe heater error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
Signs Your Samsung Ice Maker Needs a Technician
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
- Ice clumping in the bucket
- No ice at all, or only a few cubes a day
What Gets Fixed on a Princeton Ice Maker Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Princeton and freezer repair in Princeton.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Replace ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $250–$600 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Thermostat replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- Whether the water dispenser still works
Around Princeton
Most ice maker calls in Princeton 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.
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Before You Book in Princeton
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Princeton, IL
Is my Samsung ice maker worth repairing?
Do you work for Samsung?
Why is my Samsung refrigerator showing a code?
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Princeton
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Princeton technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Samsung ice maker itself.