Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in San Jose involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving San Jose, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near San Jose
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Jose. 36 of them are based in San Jose itself, and the rest are spread across Campbell (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is A Go Home Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. No company within 90 miles of San Jose mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Jose. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Listing Saturday hours | 52 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 1.9 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for San Jose: Top Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 177 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Service Alliance (3.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Samson LLC (2.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bestech Appliance Repair LLC (5.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 444 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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
- 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HC | High temperature heater error: the interior is too hot. 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 |
| HE | Heater error: interior temperature is not being read correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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
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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 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?
- Door spring repair: $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?
- 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?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for San Jose
San Jose Water (SJW), the main water utility for much of San Jose, which supplies San Jose, reports hardness of varies by source blend: about 119 ppm average for Valley Water treated surface water, about 155 ppm for local mountain surface water, and about 364 ppm average (155-545 ppm) for groundwater. Hard water leaves spots and film on glasses and builds up on dishwasher spray arms and inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: San Jose Water 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CPUC)
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 San Jose
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: San Jose, CA
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a San Jose technician bring the right parts.