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.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Crystal Lake
Within 30 miles of Crystal Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Crystal Lake, and other nearby bases include Elgin (8), Lake in the Hills (6), and Carpentersville (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. No company within 30 miles of Crystal Lake names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Crystal Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.4, 2.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
Closest matches for Crystal Lake: Sears Appliance Repair (89.3 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (36.4 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (73.1 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Marshall Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,008 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 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 |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Crystal Lake
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- 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
- Run an empty cleaning cycle with a dishwasher cleaner or white vinegar (never mixed with detergent), and avoid bleach in stainless tubs. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
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 replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- 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?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
When an aging dishwasher no longer has manufacturer coverage and needs frequent or major repairs, start planning for a replacement. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dishwasher repair cost guide and how long dishwashers last.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
What Crystal Lake Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Crystal Lake 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Questions to Ask a Crystal Lake Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Crystal Lake, IL
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
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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.