Most Samsung dishwasher repairs in Biddeford involve the same few systems: the filter and drain, the water supply, the door latch, the heat and the controls. Below are independent repair companies serving Biddeford, 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.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Biddeford
40 repair companies serve Biddeford from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Portland (5), Auburn (5), and Concord (3). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Advantage, around 6.4 miles out. Of those, 1 mentions Samsung by name. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Biddeford is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 51 |
| Mention Samsung | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.4, 10.9, 13.4 |
Closest matches for Biddeford: Sears Appliance Repair (50.3 miles away, based in Newburyport, 4.6 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (13.4 miles away, based in South Portland, 4.8 stars from 2,172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Advantage (6.4 miles away, based in Kennebunk, 4.7 stars from 641 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Agren (40.3 miles away, based in Topsham, 4.9 stars from 2,165 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
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
Samsung Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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 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
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| 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 |
| 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 |
Samsung Dishwasher Problems Worth a Service Call
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- An error code on the display
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
Inside a Dishwasher Repair Visit
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- Use a rinse aid, since Samsung says dishes will not dry well without it. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher does not dry dishes
- 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
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Motor and pump assembly (circulation / wash motor): $400–$600 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Typical dishwasher repair (most homeowners): $160–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Dishwasher repair technician labor: $75–$100 per hour Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
A unit that has needed repairs more than once or twice within a year is a candidate for replacement. 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.
What to Have Ready for a Samsung Dishwasher Call
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- How old the dishwasher is
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Local Notes for Biddeford
Most dishwasher calls in Biddeford 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.
Maine has no general appliance repair license, but installing or servicing propane and natural gas appliances requires a Maine Fuel Board propane and natural gas technician license with an appliance connection and service authorization. Source: Maine Fuel Board - Licensing - Individual Licenses (Maine Office of Professional and Occupational Regulation)
In Maine, you can check a license with the Maine Professional and Financial Regulation Licensee Search or report a problem to the Maine Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dishwasher Technician Near Biddeford
- Will you check the filter, drain hose and disposal connection before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair Samsung dishwashers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the dishwasher is leaking, will you pull the kick panel to find where the water starts?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Biddeford, ME
Is my Samsung dishwasher worth repairing?
What should I do about a Samsung error code?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Why are my dishes still wet?
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Samsung Dishwasher Repair Near Biddeford
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.