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. The Gilroy list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Independent listings only: Dishwasher Repairs is not affiliated with or endorsed by Samsung. If your dishwasher is still under manufacturer coverage, contact Samsung directly.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Gilroy CA
Within 30 miles of Gilroy there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Gilroy, and the rest are spread across San Jose (9), Salinas (8), and Watsonville (5). The closest is GilTech Appliance Inc, about 1.2 miles away. None of the repair companies near Gilroy name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gilroy. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.2, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
Closest matches for Gilroy: GilTech Appliance Inc (1.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lighthouse Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.4 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
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 |
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| HC | High temperature heater error: the interior is too hot. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- 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
- 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
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Gilroy Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Gilroy 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).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Gilroy
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Gilroy, CA
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Gilroy technician bring the right parts.