If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near St. Helena
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Helena. Other nearby bases include Santa Rosa (7), Fairfield (5), and Vacaville (5). No company within 90 miles of St. Helena mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. St. Helena Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from St. Helena. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Helena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 11.6, 12.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 50 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
Closest matches for St. Helena: Feria Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 299 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Center (17.5 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Gold Ridge Appliance Repair (14.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 5.0 stars from 553 reviews); Fuse HVAC & Appliance Repair Napa (18.0 miles away, based in Napa, 4.8 stars from 1,063 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
A leakage (moisture) sensor under the dishwasher triggers LC or LE codes and keeps the drain pump running until the moisture clears. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
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 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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. 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 |
| LC / LE | Leakage error: the leak sensor has detected moisture and the unit tries to drain. 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
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
What Gets Fixed on a St. Helena Dishwasher Call
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- Clean the filter and drain area whenever debris builds up, and reassemble the filter so it locks in place. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
- 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.
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:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for St. Helena, CA
Most dishwasher calls in St. Helena 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 St. Helena Technician
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: St. Helena, 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 St. Helena technician bring the right parts.