Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs in Stewartville 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 Stewartville, 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.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Stewartville
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Stewartville. 3 list an address in Stewartville, and other nearby bases include Rochester (5), Charles City (3), and Austin (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. None of the repair companies near Stewartville name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is In Home Repairs Appliance Service, about 3.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 25 businesses. Stewartville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Stewartville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 5.3, 5.3 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 6 |
The leading options for Stewartville are Med City Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 5.0 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (11.1 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Guyer's Appliance Service & Parts (5.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
Samsung ice makers come in several designs, including fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and each one fails in its own way. Freezer styles include bottom-freezer refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), side-by-side refrigerator, and 4-Door Flex refrigerator.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
What Makes Samsung Ice Maker Repairs Different
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 maker leaking. Check that the gasket between the ice chute and the ice bucket sits flush, since a gap melts ice and causes drips. Source: Samsung US - Water leaks in a Samsung refrigerator
- 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
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
Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Freezer is too cold and freezing everything solid
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
What Gets Fixed on a Stewartville Freezer Call
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Stewartville and freezer repair in Stewartville.
Owner Care for Samsung Ice Makers
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Repair Cost Ranges
Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- 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?
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Upright freezer repair: $50–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
- When the water filter was last changed
- Any light, code or message on the display
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Stewartville, MN
Most ice maker calls in Stewartville 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Stewartville Repair Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Stewartville, MN
Do you work for Samsung?
Can the same technician fix my Samsung chest or upright freezer?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
Why is my Samsung refrigerator showing a code?
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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.