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 Bel Air 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.
Independent Samsung Dishwasher Technicians, Bel Air MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Bel Air. 6 of them are based in Bel Air itself, and the rest are spread across Baltimore (14), Parkville (4), and Towson (3). Distances run up to about 22 miles. No company within 90 miles of Bel Air mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. DTorch Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Bel Air. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bel Air. 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) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 0.9, 1.8 |
At the top of the Bel Air list: Mr. Appliance of Bel Air (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Systems Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 835 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beyond Appliances Repair Services LLC (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 233 reviews); Landers Appliance (15.9 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
How Samsung Dishwashers Are Built
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
What Samsung Says to Check First
- 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 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| LC / LE | Leakage error: the leak sensor has detected moisture and the unit tries to drain. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 3C | Pump operation error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
What Gets Fixed on a Bel Air Dishwasher Call
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- 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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Diagnostic fee: $50–$75 per visit 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- 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 Bel Air
Most dishwasher calls in Bel Air 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Bel Air
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Bel Air, MD
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Other Dishwasher Repair in Bel Air
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Bel Air
Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Bel Air technician bring the right parts.