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. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Lawndale CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lawndale. 2 of them are based in Lawndale itself, and the rest are spread across Torrance (9), Inglewood (9), and Gardena (6). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Samsung by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. A+ Appliance Repair Lawndale is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Lawndale. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.1, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
First up for Lawndale: Omar Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service (12.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Green Way Appliance LG & Samsung Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.8 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Samsung & LG Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (14.8 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 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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- Dishwasher odor. Clean the interior, including the filter, drain area, nozzles and door seal, then check that hot water reaches the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
- 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 |
| 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 |
| HE | Heater error: interior temperature is not being read correctly. 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
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- Set the water heater so water reaches the dishwasher at 120 to 149°F, and run hot water at the sink to check how fast it heats. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
- 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Lawndale
Most dishwasher calls in Lawndale 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 Lawndale Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lawndale, CA
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Lawndale technician bring the right parts.