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. 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.
Who Works on Samsung Ice Makers Near Seattle
Within 30 miles of Seattle there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 33 list an address in Seattle, and other nearby bases include Bellevue (5) and Mercer Island (2). Distances run up to about 6 miles. None of the repair companies near Seattle name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your appliance before booking. The closest is Five Star Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention refrigerators, freezers or ice makers | 15 |
| Listed as refrigerator repair | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
The leading options for Seattle are 98 Refrigeration Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 764 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fridge | Commercial Refrigeration Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 558 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (4.7 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (3.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Technicians See
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, 4-Door Flex refrigerator, bottom-freezer refrigerator, and convertible upright freezer.
Know Your Samsung Ice Maker
How Samsung Ice Makers and Freezers Work
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 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
Common Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Problems
- 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
- Ice maker not making ice. Confirm the freezer is at 0°F or colder, the Ice Off light is not on, the bucket is fully seated and holds only ice, then run the ice maker reset test. Source: Samsung US - Samsung ice maker is not working
Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Codes
| 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 |
Samsung Freezer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clicking, buzzing or a loud fan
- An error code or temperature alarm
- Chest freezer exterior feels hot to the touch for a long time
How an Ice Maker Service Call Usually Goes in Seattle
Not sure it is a Samsung problem? The general pages cover every brand: ice maker repair in Seattle and freezer repair in Seattle.
Keeping a Samsung Ice Maker and Freezer Running
- 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
- 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
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:
- Fan replacement (evaporator or condenser): $100–$300 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Door gasket replacement: $150–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a freezer?
- 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?
- Deep freezer repair: $100–$400 Source: HomeGuide - How much does freezer repair cost?
- Typical freezer repair: $135–$353 Source: Thumbtack - How much do freezer repairs cost?
- Service call: $70–$120 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a refrigerator?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Call
- Any light, code or message on the display
- Whether the ice maker is in the door, in the freezer or both
- The freezer temperature if you have a thermometer
What Seattle Owners Should Know
Most ice maker calls in Seattle 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.
How to Choose a Freezer and Ice Maker Technician Near Seattle
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Ice Maker & Freezer Repair FAQs: Seattle, WA
Why is there so much frost in my freezer?
Is my Samsung ice maker worth repairing?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
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Write down any code or light your Samsung display shows and when it appears. It helps a Seattle technician bring the right parts.