A Samsung dishwasher shares most of its basic parts with other dishwashers, but its filter design, drying system, controls and error codes are specific to the brand. Below are independent repair companies serving Aliso Viejo, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Aliso Viejo
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Aliso Viejo. 4 list an address in Aliso Viejo, and other nearby bases include Laguna Niguel (9), Mission Viejo (7), and Laguna Beach (6). No company within 30 miles of Aliso Viejo names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Aliso Viejo Geary Appliance Repair Solutions, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
The leading options for Aliso Viejo are Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (47.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Way Appliance LG & Samsung Repair (41.7 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.8 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (49.2 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (50.7 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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
Samsung dishwashers use one of three filter setups (a removable fine filter, a twist-lock cylindrical micro filter, or a non-removable filter), and an incorrectly reassembled filter can cause drain or overflow errors. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher noise. For humming, buzzing or grinding, clean the drain filter and drain pump opening first, since something caught in the pump is the usual cause. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is too noisy
- 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LC / LE | Leakage error: the leak sensor has detected moisture and the unit tries to drain. 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 |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- An error code on the display
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- Run an empty cleaning cycle with a dishwasher cleaner or white vinegar (never mixed with detergent), and avoid bleach in stainless tubs. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
- 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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dishwasher Call
- 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Aliso Viejo, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Aliso Viejo 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Aliso Viejo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Aliso Viejo, CA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Samsung customer service?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Aliso Viejo
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Aliso Viejo technician bring the right parts.