Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in Winthrop Harbor involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Winthrop Harbor, with those that mention Samsung first, then the nearest appliance repair companies.
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Winthrop Harbor
40 repair companies serve Winthrop Harbor from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Kenosha (7), Waukegan (6), and Racine (3). IyJ Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 4.2 miles from Winthrop Harbor. No company within 30 miles of Winthrop Harbor names Samsung in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Winthrop Harbor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 5.4, 5.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 2 |
At the top of the Winthrop Harbor list: Sears Appliance Repair (85.1 miles away, based in Beaver Dam, 4.5 stars from 86 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Red Apple Appliance Repair East New York (37.2 miles away, based in Chicago, 4.5 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Command Service Center, INC (13.5 miles away, based in Antioch, 5.0 stars from 818 reviews, lists Saturday hours); IyJ Appliance Repairs (4.2 miles away, based in Beach Park, 4.3 stars from 39 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What a Samsung Dishwasher Technician Deals With
On AutoRelease models the door opens automatically in the last 5 to 15 minutes of the cycle, and an unlevel unit or a blocking cabinet can stop it from opening. Source: Samsung US - AutoRelease door does not open automatically
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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 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
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 |
| 9E | Low water level: not enough water entered the tub. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Winthrop Harbor Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- 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?
- Control board / control panel repair: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Common dishwasher repair: $100–$300 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?
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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dishwasher Call
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- How old the dishwasher is
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
What Winthrop Harbor Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Winthrop Harbor 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 Winthrop Harbor
- 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?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Winthrop Harbor, IL
Do you work for Samsung?
Why are my dishes still dirty after a cycle?
How do I find a technician who knows Samsung dishwashers?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Winthrop Harbor technician bring the right parts.