If your Samsung dishwasher has stopped draining, stopped cleaning or started showing an error, the technician you call should know the model line. 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.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Chevy Chase
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Chevy Chase. 3 list an address in Chevy Chase, and other nearby bases include Bethesda (12), Washington (6), and Silver Spring (5). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Wolf Appliance Great, around 1.0 miles out. None of the repair companies near Chevy Chase name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chevy Chase. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.5, 1.5 |
Closest matches for Chevy Chase: ABV Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (2.3 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews).
Samsung Dishwasher Lines and Features
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
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 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 |
|---|---|
| 4C / 4E | Water supply error: incoming water pressure or temperature is outside requirements. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| OC / 0C / oE | Over-level error: more water in the tub than expected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| tE | Temperature sensor error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
- Dishwasher will not start or the lights blink
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Chevy Chase
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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
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?
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 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?
- Service call fee (often credited toward the repair if you go ahead): $35–$100 per visit 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
What Chevy Chase Owners Should Know
Most dishwasher calls in Chevy Chase 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.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Chevy Chase
- 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?
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Chevy Chase, MD
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Chevy Chase
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.