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 Alexandria, 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.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Alexandria LA
Within 60 miles of Alexandria there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Alexandria, and the rest are spread across Pineville (2), DeRidder (2), and Eunice (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 1 of them mentions Samsung in their listing or website. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Alexandria is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alexandria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.0, 2.3 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
The leading options for Alexandria are Sears Appliance Repair (49.6 miles away, based in Natchitoches, 3.7 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Pineville, 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Henry's Appliance Services. (2.7 miles away, 4.1 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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
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 not cleaning. Check first for power loss, an error code or blinking lights, then confirm detergent is dispensing and dissolving. Source: Samsung US - Dishwasher cycle ends before dishes are clean
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 7E | Waterwall reflector cannot move correctly. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 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 |
| 3C | Pump operation error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
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
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
Brand guides: Samsung Dishwasher Not Draining: Causes and Fixes.
What Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Cost
A Samsung dishwasher repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Door replacement: $150–$600 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Drain pump replacement: $150–$400 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?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- How old the dishwasher is
Local Notes for Alexandria
Most dishwasher calls in Alexandria 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Questions to Ask a Alexandria Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Alexandria, LA
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why are my dishes still wet?
Is my Samsung dishwasher worth repairing?
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Clean the filter, check the drain hose under the sink and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Samsung repair.