Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs in Oak Ridge 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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Oak Ridge
Within 30 miles of Oak Ridge there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Greensboro (14), High Point (11), and Winston-Salem (7). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Nearest on the list: Kernersville Appliance Works, around 5.8 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Oak Ridge mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.8, 6.2, 6.8 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 57 |
At the top of the Oak Ridge list: Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.4 stars from 955 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Convenient Appliance Service (10.6 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.9 stars from 1,961 reviews); John Michael & Associates, Inc. (12.0 miles away, based in High Point, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Advanced Appliance Service (18.9 miles away, based in Winston-Salem, 4.6 stars from 2,746 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
Know which Samsung ice maker you have before you call: Samsung sells fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, in-freezer ice maker, and Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites). On the freezer side, Samsung sells convertible upright freezer, side-by-side refrigerator, French door refrigerator (bottom freezer), and 4-Door Flex refrigerator.
Know Your Samsung Ice Maker
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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
The ice maker has its own automatic defrost; Samsung tells owners not to defrost it themselves, and a sheet of ice over the ice maker or a stuck, frozen bucket calls for service. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
Samsung Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
The Samsung Ice Maker Test
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function 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
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Door or lid does not seal or pops back open
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
What an Ice Maker Technician Checks
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Care Samsung Recommends
- 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
- 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.
What Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Repairs Cost
Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Water inlet valve repair: $75–$125 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Defrost heater: $150–$350 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
When several freezer parts have failed at once, replacement is usually the more cost-efficient choice. Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer 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
- When the water filter was last changed
- Whether the water dispenser still works
What Oak Ridge Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Oak Ridge 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Oak Ridge
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
- Can you get the ice maker assembly or valve for my model quickly?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Oak Ridge, NC
What should I do about a Samsung error 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.