Samsung owners in Caribou usually want two things from a repair company: experience with the brand and quick access to parts. The Caribou 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.
Who Works on Samsung Dishwashers Near Caribou
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 150 miles of Caribou. Other nearby bases include Bangor (3), Dexter (1), and Veazie (1). The farthest listed company is about 150 miles out. Broken or Smoking Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 141.4 miles from Caribou. No company within 90 miles of Caribou mentions Samsung by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Caribou is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention dishwasher work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (150 mi) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 141.4, 144.7, 145.2 |
First up for Caribou: Patriot Appliance Repair (149.6 miles away, based in Holden, 4.9 stars from 163 reviews); Broken or Smoking Appliance Repair (141.4 miles away, based in Dexter, 4.8 stars from 26 reviews); Dunnett Appliance & Mattress (147.6 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.3 stars from 137 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tom's Appliance Service (147.1 miles away, based in Bangor, 4.7 stars from 26 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 Dishwasher Symptoms and First Checks
- 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
- Dishwasher not starting. Press the Power button first, then check the circuit breaker and any wall switch that controls the dishwasher. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher will not turn on
Samsung Dishwasher Error Codes
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| HE | Heater error: interior temperature is not being read correctly. 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 |
Signs Your Samsung Dishwasher Needs a Technician
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes come out dirty or gritty
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
What a Dishwasher Repair Technician Checks
Owner Care for Samsung Dishwashers
- 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
- 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.
Samsung Dishwasher Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing a Samsung dishwasher. Published ranges for common jobs:
- Spray arm replacement: $75–$150 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?
- Door replacement: $150–$600 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?
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.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- What happens during the cycle (no start, no fill, no drain, leaks, dirty or wet dishes)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
Local Notes for Caribou
Most dishwasher calls in Caribou 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.
Questions to Ask a Caribou Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Caribou, ME
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Why does my dishwasher smell?
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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.