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. The Bear list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Bear
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bear. 1 of them are based in Bear itself, and the rest are spread across Wilmington (14), New Castle (6), and Newark (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Padele Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Bear. No company within 30 miles of Bear names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 3.4, 3.7 |
|---|---|
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
Closest matches for Bear: FINE FIX by JC SERVICE LLC (SAMSUNG APPLIANCES SPECIALIST ) (80.9 miles away, based in Forked River, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews, lists Saturday hours); County Appliance Service (4.4 miles away, based in St Georges, 4.9 stars from 198 reviews); Ventura Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Townsend, 4.9 stars from 2,887 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Elkton, 4.5 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
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
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 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 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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 4C / 4E | Water supply error: incoming water pressure or temperature is outside requirements. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| OC / 0C / oE | Over-level error: more water in the tub than expected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
What Bear Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Bear 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.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Bear
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bear, DE
Which Bear technicians work on Samsung?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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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.