If your Samsung ice maker has stopped making ice, the ice compartment has frozen over or the freezer is running warm, the technician you call should know the model line. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Freezer Repair Near Me is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung ice makers and freezers along with other brands.
Independent Samsung Ice Maker Technicians, Park Forest Village PA
34 repair companies serve Park Forest Village from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Altoona (4), State College (2), and Duncansville (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Mike's Video TV & Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Park Forest Village. No company within 90 miles of Park Forest Village mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Park Forest Village is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Park Forest Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your appliance.
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 6.1, 9.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 34 |
First up for Park Forest Village: Martin Appliance (27.8 miles away, based in Altoona, 4.9 stars from 727 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in State College, 4.3 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.4 miles away, based in Lock Haven, 4.5 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike's Video TV & Appliances (1.1 miles away, based in State College, 4.3 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Samsung ice maker you have before you call: Samsung sells in-freezer ice maker, Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker. Freezer styles include side-by-side refrigerator, 4-Door Flex refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and convertible upright freezer.
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
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
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- Small or hollow cubes. Small or shattered cubes point to low water pressure, so check that the supply valve is fully open, the line is not kinked and the filter is not restricting flow. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
- 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
Reading a Samsung Error Code
| 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 |
| 33E | Ice pipe heater 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
- Water pooling under or inside the freezer
- Compressor hums but will not start
What Gets Fixed on a Park Forest Village Ice Maker Call
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Park Forest Village and freezer repair in Park Forest Village.
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
- 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
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?
- Evaporator fan motor (defrost motor): $100–$440 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Diagnostic fee (often deducted from the final bill): $50–$100 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.
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
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
What Park Forest Village Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Park Forest Village 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Before You Book in Park Forest Village
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Park Forest Village, PA
Can the same technician fix my Samsung chest or upright freezer?
What causes heavy frost buildup?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung ice makers?
Is there a reset button on my ice maker?
More Freezer and Ice Maker Repair in Park Forest Village, PA
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Park Forest Village
Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Park Forest Village technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Samsung ice maker itself.