Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in Pelham involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Pelham, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Pelham
Within 30 miles of Pelham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Pelham, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (20), Bessemer (6), and Alabaster (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. None of the repair companies near Pelham name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Prime Appliance Care Solutions is the nearest, roughly 2.8 miles from Pelham. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 21 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pelham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.1, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 56 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Pelham are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (15.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanic LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 5.0 stars from 1,097 reviews); Appliance Connection (14.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews); M&M (8.1 miles away, based in Alabaster, 4.8 stars from 62 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
A leakage (moisture) sensor under the dishwasher triggers LC or LE codes and keeps the drain pump running until the moisture clears. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
What Samsung Says to Check First
- Dishwasher leaking. Confirm it is a real leak by wiping up and running a new cycle, then turn off power and inspect the water supply hose, drain hose connection and door seal. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
- Dishwasher not starting. Press the Power button first, then check the circuit breaker and any wall switch that controls the dishwasher. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher will not turn on
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| bE / 6E | A stuck control panel button was detected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- Set the water heater so water reaches the dishwasher at 120 to 149°F, and run hot water at the sink to check how fast it heats. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
- Remove and clean the spray nozzles with a small brush, soaking them in white vinegar if the holes are clogged. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Pelham
Most dishwasher calls in Pelham come down to the same handful of parts: the filter and drain path, the drain pump, the inlet valve, the door latch and the heating parts.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Before You Book in Pelham
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Pelham, AL
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
Do you work for Samsung?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Pelham technician bring the right parts.