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 Bluff 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.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Lake Bluff
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Bluff. 1 list an address in Lake Bluff, and the rest are spread across Waukegan (6), Highland Park (5), and Vernon Hills (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 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. Lake Bluff Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Lake Bluff. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses.
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| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.9, 2.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lake Bluff list: Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (23.9 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Advanced Appliance Repair Services (7.9 miles away, based in Vernon Hills, 4.8 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Absolute Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Mundelein, 4.9 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
Most Samsung dishwashers dry by condensation on the cooler stainless steel tub walls, while some plastic-tub models add a Heated Dry option. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
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
Samsung Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Dishwasher not draining. Samsung says to first clear the sink drain and garbage disposal (removing the disposal cap on a new disposal), then check the drain hose for kinks, crushing and an air gap or high loop. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is not draining
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 5C / SC / 5E / SE | Drain error: the dishwasher cannot drain; follow the not-draining steps. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor in front of the dishwasher
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Lake Bluff Dishwasher Call
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
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
- 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
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Lake Bluff
Most dishwasher calls in Lake Bluff 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 Lake Bluff
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Lake Bluff, IL
Why are my dishes still wet?
Which Lake Bluff technicians work on Samsung?
How do I get rid of a dishwasher odor?
Other Dishwasher Repair in Lake Bluff
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Lake Bluff
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Lake Bluff technician bring the right parts.