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.
Dishwasher Repairs is independent and not affiliated with Samsung. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Samsung dishwashers and other brands.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near South Kensington
40 repair companies serve South Kensington from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Bethesda (12), Silver Spring (8), and Rockville (5). None of the repair companies near South Kensington name Samsung in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your model before booking. Appliance Repair Technologies Kensington is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from South Kensington. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from South Kensington. 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 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
At the top of the South Kensington list: ABV Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FUSE Service Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in North Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 363 reviews, lists Saturday hours); InterTech Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bettar Appliance Master (0.7 miles away, based in Kensington, 4.4 stars from 140 reviews).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What Makes Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
Common Samsung Dishwasher Problems
- 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
- 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
Reading a Samsung Dishwasher Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| 3E | Incoming water is too hot; the hot supply should not exceed 176°F. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
| HC | High temperature heater error: the interior is too hot. 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
- Bad smell from the tub between loads
- Dishwasher fills slowly or does not fill
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Care Samsung Recommends for Its Dishwashers
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Door gasket / seal replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- 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)
- How old the dishwasher is
Dishwasher Notes for South Kensington, MD
Most dishwasher calls in South Kensington 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 South Kensington
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
- Do you also handle the water supply and drain connections, or should I call a plumber for those?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: South Kensington, MD
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Before you call, find the model and serial number on your Samsung dishwasher's label, usually on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening. A technician who knows the model can often tell you on the phone what the first visit will involve.