Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs in Riverside involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Riverside, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Independent Samsung Ice Maker Technicians, Riverside MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Riverside. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (12), Bel Air (5), and Parkville (4). Distances run up to about 24 miles. No company within 90 miles of Riverside mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Titus Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 3.7, 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Riverside: Mr. Appliance of Bel Air (5.1 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (16.7 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Beyond Appliances Repair Services LLC (8.9 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 233 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.5 stars from 869 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
What a Samsung Technician Deals With
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
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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 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
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor 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
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Ice tastes or smells off
Inside a Freezer Repair Visit
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Riverside and freezer repair in Riverside.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Ice Maker Repair
Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- 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 freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Riverside, MD
Most ice maker calls in Riverside 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.
Before You Book in Riverside
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Riverside, MD
Do you repair Samsung standalone freezers too?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is this Samsung customer service?
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Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Riverside technician bring the right parts.