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 Lake Wales list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Lake Wales FL
Within 30 miles of Lake Wales there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (8), and Winter Haven (5). The closest is EC FIX APPLIANCES, about 8.2 miles away. 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. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Wales. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 10.3, 10.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
First up for Lake Wales: Sears Appliance Repair (49.4 miles away, based in Temple Terrace, 4.6 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eclair (17.6 miles away, based in Kissimmee, 5.0 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (23.3 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliances USA Pro (28.1 miles away, based in Kissimmee, 4.9 stars from 422 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
On AutoRelease models the door opens automatically in the last 5 to 15 minutes of the cycle, and an unlevel unit or a blocking cabinet can stop it from opening. Source: Samsung US - AutoRelease door does not open automatically
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| bE / 6E | A stuck control panel button was detected. 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 |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its 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
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor repair: $200–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Around Lake Wales
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Wales 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Lake Wales Technician
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Wales, FL
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Wales technician bring the right parts.