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 Charleston list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
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Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Charleston
Within 60 miles of Charleston there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Champaign (6), Decatur (6), and Olney (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. None of the companies within 60 miles mention Samsung by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 10.5 miles from Charleston. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Charleston is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.5, 31.8, 38.6 |
Closest matches for Charleston: Sears Appliance Repair (63.3 miles away, based in Linton, 4.4 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Probst Refrigeration and Heating, Inc. (31.8 miles away, based in Effingham, 4.7 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Mattoon, 4.5 stars from 111 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Crossroads Appliance Repair (38.8 miles away, based in West Terre Haute, 5.0 stars from 103 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
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 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 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
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OC / 0C / oE | Over-level error: more water in the tub than expected. 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 |
| HC | High temperature heater error: the interior is too hot. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $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?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
Around Charleston
Most dishwasher calls in Charleston 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.
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How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Charleston
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Charleston, IL
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dishwashers?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Charleston
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.