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 Fair Oaks, 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 Fair Oaks
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fair Oaks. 7 of them are based in Fair Oaks itself, and other nearby bases include Citrus Heights (12), Rancho Cordova (8), and Orangevale (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. No company within 30 miles of Fair Oaks names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Fair Oaks Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fair Oaks. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.3, 1.4 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
The leading options for Fair Oaks are Sears Appliance Repair (69.3 miles away, based in South Lake Tahoe, 4.5 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lake Appliance Repair Fair Oaks (2.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 1,509 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ron Potts Appliance Services (1.9 miles away, based in Orangevale, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Rancho Cordova, 4.4 stars from 365 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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
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 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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 5C / SC / 5E / SE | Drain error: the dishwasher cannot drain; follow the not-draining steps. 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 |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Fair Oaks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
What Fair Oaks Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Fair Oaks 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 Fair Oaks Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Fair Oaks, CA
Why are my dishes still wet?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Is this Samsung customer service?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Fair Oaks
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.