If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Mena, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Mena AR
Within 60 miles of Mena there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Mena, and the rest are spread across Fort Smith (7), Poteau (1), and Horatio (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. No company within 60 miles of Mena names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Mena is inside its regular service area.
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 dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.2, 0.5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
The leading options for Mena are Sears Appliance Repair (72.0 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zeb's Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 89 reviews); The Appliance Doctor (39.8 miles away, based in Poteau, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); Don's E-Z Pay, Inc. Appliance Center (0.2 miles away, 3.5 stars from 2 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
On AutoRelease models the door opens automatically in the last 5 to 15 minutes of the cycle, and an unlevel unit or a blocking cabinet can stop it from opening. Source: Samsung US - AutoRelease door does not open automatically
Samsung requires the drain hose to have an air gap or high loop, and a unit sitting on its own drain hose is the most common cause of drain trouble after installation. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is not draining
What Samsung Says to Check First
- Dishwasher not draining. Samsung says to first clear the sink drain and garbage disposal (removing the disposal cap on a new disposal), then check the drain hose for kinks, crushing and an air gap or high loop. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is not draining
- Dishwasher not cleaning. Check first for power loss, an error code or blinking lights, then confirm detergent is dispensing and dissolving. Source: Samsung US - Dishwasher cycle ends before dishes are clean
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 3C | Pump operation error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 9E | Low water level: not enough water entered the tub. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Mena
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and drain area whenever debris builds up, and reassemble the filter so it locks in place. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Mena
Most dishwasher calls in Mena 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Mena
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Mena, AR
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Mena
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Mena technician bring the right parts.