Samsung owners in Waukegan usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. 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.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Waukegan IL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waukegan. 6 of them are based in Waukegan itself, and the rest are spread across Highland Park (5), Vernon Hills (4), and Kenosha (3). The closest is Land of Lincoln Appliance Services, about 0.3 miles away. No company within 30 miles of Waukegan names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waukegan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 1.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
First up for Waukegan: Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (30.0 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Command Service Center, INC (13.7 miles away, based in Antioch, 5.0 stars from 818 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMZ Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Buffalo Grove, 4.8 stars from 1,072 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (4.2 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
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 Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HE | Heater error: interior temperature is not being read correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. 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 |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- An error code on the display
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
What Gets Fixed on a Waukegan Dishwasher Call
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.
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:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Full range of dishwasher repairs: $70–$600 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dishwasher Call
- 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)
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
Dishwasher Notes for Waukegan, IL
Most dishwasher calls in Waukegan 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 Waukegan
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Waukegan, IL
Why does my dishwasher smell?
Is this Samsung customer service?
Should I repair or replace my Samsung dishwasher?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Waukegan technician bring the right parts.