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 Friendship Heights Village list starts with companies that name Samsung, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on dishwashers.
This is an independent directory. We are not affiliated with Samsung, and the technicians listed are independent repair companies, not the manufacturer.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Friendship Heights Village
Within 30 miles of Friendship Heights Village there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Washington (14), Bethesda (10), and Silver Spring (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. None of the repair companies near Friendship Heights Village name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Rapid Chevy Chase Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Friendship Heights Village. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Friendship Heights Village. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dishwasher.
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 0.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
At the top of the Friendship Heights Village list: ABV Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Refresh Appliance Services (4.1 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (4.5 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 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
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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- Dishwasher odor. Clean the interior, including the filter, drain area, nozzles and door seal, then check that hot water reaches the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher has an odor
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| OC / 0C / oE | Over-level error: more water in the tub than expected. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| 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 |
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Detergent left in the dispenser after the cycle
- An error code on the display
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Friendship Heights Village
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- Remove and clean the spray nozzles with a small brush, soaking them in white vinegar if the holes are clogged. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
- Clean the filter and drain area whenever debris builds up, and reassemble the filter so it locks in place. Source: Samsung US - How to clean your Samsung dishwasher
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:
- Drain pump repair: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dishwasher?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dishwasher, replacing it is usually the better value. 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.
Before the Technician Arrives
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- How old the dishwasher is
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
Dishwasher Notes for Friendship Heights Village, MD
Most dishwasher calls in Friendship Heights Village 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.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Friendship Heights Village
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Friendship Heights Village, MD
Why does my Samsung dishwasher show an error code?
Why does my dishwasher smell?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
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Write down any error code or blinking-light pattern your Samsung dishwasher shows and when it appears. It helps a Friendship Heights Village technician bring the right parts.