A Samsung ice maker shares its basic needs with every other ice maker, cold air, water and a working mechanism, but where it sits, how it is reset and the codes it shows are specific to the brand and model. Below are independent repair companies serving Beatrice, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Beatrice
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Beatrice. 1 of them are based in Beatrice itself, and the rest are spread across Lincoln (11), Filley (1), and Crete (1). Distances run up to about 48 miles. Of those, 1 mentions Samsung by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars. Beatrice is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 15 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 6.3, 27.1 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 5 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
First up for Beatrice: Sears Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.0 stars from 9 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.9 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.9 stars from 151 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mom's Appliance Repair Service (40.6 miles away, based in Lincoln, 3.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michael's Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Filley, 3.6 stars from 15 reviews).
Which Samsung Ice Maker Do You Have?
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. On the freezer side, Samsung sells bottom-freezer refrigerator, side-by-side refrigerator, convertible upright freezer, and French door refrigerator (bottom freezer).
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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 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
- Freezer not freezing. Set the freezer to 0°F or colder and allow up to 28 hours after a setting change before judging the temperature. Source: Samsung US - Cooling issues with Samsung refrigerator or freezer
- 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
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
- Heavy frost on the back wall or around the door
What Gets Fixed on a Beatrice Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Beatrice and freezer repair in Beatrice.
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
- 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.
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:
- Repair ice maker in refrigerator (parts and labor): $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Frozen water line repair: $85–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- 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 ice maker repair: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Beatrice, NE
Most ice maker calls in Beatrice 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.
Nebraska does not license appliance repair technicians at the state level; contractors working on other people's property register with the Department of Labor, and trade licenses such as plumbing are handled by cities and villages. Source: Nebraska Department of Labor: Who Needs to Register
In Nebraska, you can check a license with the Nebraska Department of Labor contractor registration (Search Registered Contractors and Subcontractors) or report a problem to the Nebraska Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Beatrice
- How often do you repair Samsung ice makers, including door-mounted ones?
- 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: Beatrice, NE
Can the same technician fix my Samsung chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
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 Beatrice technician bring the right parts.