Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in Solana Beach involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
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, Solana Beach CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Solana Beach. 6 of them are based in Solana Beach itself, and the rest are spread across San Diego (18), Encinitas (8), and Carlsbad (5). No company within 30 miles of Solana Beach names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Subzero Refrigerator Repair San Diego is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Solana Beach. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Solana Beach. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.2, 0.2 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
First up for Solana Beach: Sears Appliance Repair (78.3 miles away, based in Coachella, 4.5 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); California Major Appliance Repair. Dishwasher, Washer-Dryer, Refrigerator Repair Service. San Diego, North County. (2.6 miles away, based in Del Mar, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABC Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Subzero Refrigerator Repair San Diego (0.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- 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 leaking. Confirm it is a real leak by wiping up and running a new cycle, then turn off power and inspect the water supply hose, drain hose connection and door seal. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
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 |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 1E | On Waterwall models, a clogged filter; on rotary models, the interior is overheating. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Solana Beach
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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.
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:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Dishwasher Notes for Solana Beach, CA
Santa Fe Irrigation District, which supplies Solana Beach, reports hardness of 250-300 mg/L as CaCO3, average about 275 (very hard). 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: Water Quality SFID 2024 - Santa Fe Irrigation District
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).
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Solana Beach
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Solana Beach, 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 Solana Beach technician bring the right parts.