Samsung owners in Gig Harbor usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Independent listings only: Freezer Repair Near Me is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your appliance is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Independent Samsung Ice Maker Technicians, Gig Harbor WA
Within 30 miles of Gig Harbor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (12), Federal Way (6), and Bremerton (6). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Nearest on the list: Renvoriq Appliance Repair Tacoma, around 7.1 miles out. None of the repair companies near Gig Harbor name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name refrigeration work in their listing | 11 |
| Refrigerator repair in their categories | 11 |
Closest matches for Gig Harbor: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Tacoma (13.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.1 stars from 112 reviews); Appliance Service Solutions LLC (12.8 miles away, based in Federal Way, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); UP Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in University Place, 4.9 stars from 320 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice and Freezer Features
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
Samsung Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- 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
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 |
|---|---|
| 39E / 39C | Ice maker function error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 8E | Ice maker (freezer) sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung refrigerator error codes |
| 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 |
When to Call for Samsung Ice Maker Repair
- Ice maker clicks or hums but does not fill
- Water leaking from the ice maker or dispenser
- An ice maker light or error code on the display
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Gig Harbor
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Gig Harbor and freezer repair in Gig Harbor.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Ice Maker Not Working: What to Check, Samsung Freezer Not Working or Not Freezing.
Budgeting for a Samsung Ice Maker Repair
A Samsung ice maker or freezer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Defrost timer: $100–$225 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Ice maker motor repair: $100–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair an ice maker?
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- Technician labor: $100–$250 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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
- Any light, code or message on the display
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
- When the water filter was last changed
Freezer and Ice Maker Notes for Gig Harbor, WA
Most ice maker calls in Gig Harbor 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Gig Harbor
- 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: Gig Harbor, WA
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung ice makers?
How do I reset my ice maker?
Why is my Samsung refrigerator showing a code?
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Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Gig Harbor technician bring the right parts.