If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Desert Hot Springs list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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, Desert Hot Springs CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Desert Hot Springs. 4 list an address in Desert Hot Springs, and other nearby bases include Palm Springs (11), Palm Desert (11), and Cathedral City (5). The farthest listed company is about 24 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Desert Hot Springs names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Wolf Top Choice Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Desert Hot Springs. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Desert Hot Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.3, 3.8 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 59 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
The leading options for Desert Hot Springs are Sears Appliance Repair (27.7 miles away, based in Coachella, 4.5 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FIX4LESS (6.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick n' Easy Appliance Service (18.1 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 4.8 stars from 601 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Inc. (9.4 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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 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 drying. Use rinse aid, open the door slightly after the cycle (AutoRelease models do this automatically) and confirm hot water at 120 to 149°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 4C / 4E | Water supply error: incoming water pressure or temperature is outside requirements. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. 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 |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Desert Hot Springs
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for Desert Hot Springs, CA
Most dishwasher calls in Desert Hot Springs 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).
Questions to Ask a Desert Hot Springs Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Desert Hot Springs, CA
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.