Most Samsung ice maker and freezer repairs in Ashland involve the same few systems: water supply and the inlet valve, the ice maker assembly, fans, the defrost system and the controls. The Ashland list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on ice makers and freezers.
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 Ashland
Within 30 miles of Ashland there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Ashland, and other nearby bases include Richmond (25), Mechanicsville (5), and Glen Allen (2). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Ashland mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Ironclad Appliance Repair Service, mr. Jennings is the nearest, roughly 4.1 miles from Ashland. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 42 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.1, 4.6, 4.9 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 9 |
First up for Ashland: Fusion HVAC & Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 460 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Richmond (8.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.8 stars from 1,293 reviews); Mr. E Appliance Service (13.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.5 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Doctor Inc (7.5 miles away, based in Glen Allen, 4.8 stars from 119 reviews).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Designs
Samsung ice makers come in several designs, including in-freezer ice maker, Dual Auto Ice Maker (cubed + Ice Bites), and fridge-compartment (in-door) ice maker, and each one fails in its own way.
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
The gasket between the ice compartment and the ice bucket must sit flush, because a gap lets warm air in and causes frost, slushy ice and dripping. Source: Samsung US - Frost forms in the Samsung freezer, refrigerator, or ice bucket
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 frozen / ice buildup. Samsung says not to defrost the ice maker yourself, and a frozen-over ice maker or a bucket that will not pull out needs service. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
When to Call for Samsung Ice Maker Repair
- Small, hollow or misshapen cubes
- Water dispenser works but the ice maker does not
- Ice will not dispense even though the bucket is full
Inside an Ice Maker Repair Visit
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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 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Ice Maker Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung refrigerator or freezer. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Ice maker repair: $60–$330 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Refrigerator Repair Cost?
- Water line installation for an ice maker: $100–$200 Source: HomeGuide - How much does an ice maker cost to repair, replace, or buy new?
- Compressor replacement: $400–$800 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Service call / diagnostic minimum (usually credited toward the repair): $70–$130 per visit Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
A high-cost compressor or control board repair, or rising energy bills and repeat technician visits, are signs a freezer should be replaced. Source: ConsumerAffairs - Cost to Repair a Freezer
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the ice maker repair cost guide for more detail.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- When the water filter was last changed
What Ashland Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Ashland 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Ashland
- Do you also repair the water dispenser and supply line?
- 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: Ashland, VA
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Note whether the water dispenser still works and what temperature the freezer holds. It tells a Ashland technician whether to look at water supply, cold air or the Samsung ice maker itself.