Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in Des Plaines involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Samsung and fill in with nearby appliance repair companies so you always have options.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Des Plaines
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Des Plaines. 10 of them are based in Des Plaines itself, and other nearby bases include Park Ridge (4), Arlington Heights (4), and Glenview (4). 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. United Appliances Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.0 miles from Des Plaines. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 39 businesses.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 50 |
First up for Des Plaines: Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (10.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (78.8 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Unique Repair Services, Inc. (1.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 4,854 reviews); AAA Appliance Service Center (5.6 miles away, based in Wood Dale, 4.8 stars from 2,904 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Series Technicians Work On
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
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. 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 |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Owner Care for Samsung 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.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door spring repair: $50–$150 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Des Plaines Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines Technician
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Des Plaines, IL
Is this Samsung customer service?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Des Plaines technician bring the right parts.