Samsung owners in Silver Spring usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Silver Spring, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Silver Spring
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Silver Spring. 8 of them are based in Silver Spring itself, and other nearby bases include Bethesda (8), Washington (7), and Takoma Park (3). No company within 90 miles of Silver Spring mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Refresh Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Silver Spring. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
At the top of the Silver Spring list: ABV Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (3.2 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.0 stars from 1,337 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Ice Maker
What Makes Samsung Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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 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
Testing or Resetting a Samsung Ice Maker
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 40E / 40C | Ice room fan error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Freezer runs constantly but stays warm
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
What Gets Fixed on a Silver Spring Freezer Call
More local options for any brand: ice maker repair in Silver Spring and freezer repair in Silver Spring.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Water inlet valve: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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 brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Silver Spring, MD
Most ice maker calls in Silver Spring 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.
Questions to Ask a Silver Spring Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Silver Spring, MD
Why are my ice cubes small or hollow?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
Do you work for Samsung?
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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.