Samsung owners in Swissvale usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. Below are independent repair companies serving Swissvale, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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.
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Swissvale
Within 30 miles of Swissvale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Pittsburgh (18), Verona (2), and McKeesport (2). Distances run up to about 12 miles. None of the repair companies near Swissvale name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Perla's Appliances Plus, about 0.4 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 3.0, 3.2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
The leading options for Swissvale are PowerFix Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (3.0 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); G&D Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Avalon, 4.8 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours); YinzerFix Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 1,245 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
Know which Samsung ice maker you have before you call: Samsung sells fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and in-freezer ice maker. On the freezer side, Samsung sells top-freezer refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, 4-Door Flex refrigerator, and convertible upright freezer.
Know Your Samsung Ice Maker
What Makes Samsung Ice Maker Repairs Different
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
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
Samsung Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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
What Samsung Ice and Freezer Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 40E / 40C | Ice room fan error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
When to Call for Samsung Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker or ice compartment frozen over
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
What Gets Fixed on a Swissvale Ice Maker Call
Compare with technicians who work on every brand: ice maker repair in Swissvale and freezer repair in Swissvale.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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 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.
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:
- Start relay replacement: $75–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Water line and fill tube replacement: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Typical freezer repair: $250–$500 Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
- Appliance repair labor: $50–$125 per hour Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
Repair a freezer under ten years old when the repair costs less than half the price of a new one; near ten years old, consider replacing. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
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
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the fresh-food section
Local Notes for Swissvale
Most ice maker calls in Swissvale 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.
Questions to Ask a Swissvale Repair Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the water supply, filter and inlet valve before replacing the ice maker?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Swissvale, PA
Can the same technician fix my Samsung chest or upright freezer?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung refrigerator?
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
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Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair Near Swissvale
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.