If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. The Laguna Woods list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Laguna Woods
40 repair companies serve Laguna Woods from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Laguna Woods itself, and other nearby bases include Irvine (12), Mission Viejo (7), and Lake Forest (5). Nearest on the list: Optimum Appliance Repair Laguna Woods, around 0.1 miles out. No company within 30 miles of Laguna Woods names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 51 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 1.0, 1.1 |
At the top of the Laguna Woods list: Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (45.6 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Way Appliance LG & Samsung Repair (40.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.8 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (47.6 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (49.2 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 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 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
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HC | High temperature heater error: the interior is too hot. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. 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 |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dishwasher Call
- How old the dishwasher is
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Laguna Woods
Most dishwasher calls in Laguna Woods 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).
Before You Book in Laguna Woods
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Laguna Woods, CA
Is this Samsung customer service?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dishwashers?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Samsung repair.