If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. Below are independent repair companies serving Rockford, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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 Rockford
36 repair companies serve Rockford from within 30 miles. 9 of them are based in Rockford itself, and other nearby bases include Freeport (5), Belvidere (3), and Beloit (3). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Appliance Repair Technologies Rockford is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Rockford. No company within 30 miles of Rockford names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rockford. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 36 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 1.2 |
At the top of the Rockford list: Sears Appliance Repair (84.9 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (62.6 miles away, based in Peru, 4.4 stars from 70 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (71.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
A leakage (moisture) sensor under the dishwasher triggers LC or LE codes and keeps the drain pump running until the moisture clears. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is leaking or has a leakage error code
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 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
- 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 4C / 4E | Water supply error: incoming water pressure or temperature is outside requirements. 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 |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
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
- 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.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Control board / control panel replacement: $200–$500 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?
- Detergent / soap dispenser replacement: $50–$90 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Technician labor (plus materials): $50–$100 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
Once a dishwasher is around 10 years old, replacement generally makes more sense than repair. 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
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Around Rockford
Most dishwasher calls in Rockford 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Rockford
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Rockford, IL
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Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
Why won't my dishwasher dry?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Rockford technician bring the right parts.