Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs in Chevy Chase involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Chevy Chase
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chevy Chase. 3 of them are based in Chevy Chase itself, and the rest are spread across Bethesda (13), Washington (6), and Silver Spring (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Wolf Appliance Great, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Chevy Chase 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 4.8 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chevy Chase. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.5, 1.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Chevy Chase list: ABV Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (2.3 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 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), in-freezer ice maker, and fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker. Freezer styles include French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and side-by-side refrigerator.
Know Your Samsung Ice Maker
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
A fridge-compartment ice maker harvests a tray roughly every 45 to 65 minutes and a freezer ice maker about every 85 minutes, and the bucket holds only about 2 pounds before the bucket-full sensing stops production. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- 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
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 14E | Ice maker sensor 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
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Compressor hums but will not start
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Chevy Chase and freezer repair in Chevy Chase.
Care Samsung Recommends
- 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
- 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:
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 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?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour 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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Call
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
What Chevy Chase Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Chevy Chase 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Repair Company in Chevy Chase
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Chevy Chase, MD
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung ice makers?
Do you work for Samsung?
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Chevy Chase technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Samsung ice maker itself.