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 Big Lake 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 Big Lake
40 repair companies serve Big Lake from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Big Lake, and the rest are spread across St Cloud (6), Plymouth (4), and Ham Lake (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Nearest on the list: J&K Restaurant Services, around 3.4 miles out. None of the companies within 30 miles mention Samsung by name, so we include matching companies from a longer drive plus the nearest appliance repair companies. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.4, 8.4, 9.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention Samsung | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Name dishwashers in their listing | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
At the top of the Big Lake list: Sears Appliance Repair (65.2 miles away, based in Willmar, 4.5 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (15.2 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Samsung Dishwasher
What Makes Samsung Dishwasher Repairs Different
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
What Samsung Dishwasher Codes Mean
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| CE | Communication error between the control panel and the rest of the unit. 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 |
| 3C | Pump operation error. Source: Samsung US - Samsung dishwasher is displaying an error code |
When to Call for Samsung Dishwasher Repair
- Standing water in the bottom after a cycle
- Dishes stay wet at the end of the cycle
- Grinding, humming or buzzing during the cycle
How a Dishwasher Service Call Usually Goes in Big Lake
Keeping a Samsung Dishwasher Running
- 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.
Budgeting for a Samsung Dishwasher Repair
Most Samsung dishwasher repairs involve common parts and an hour or so of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Leak repair (including leaking door): $50–$300 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $80–$125 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does Dishwasher Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$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?
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
- Any error code or pattern of blinking lights
- Whether the dishwasher drains into a garbage disposal or straight to the sink drain
- The brand, model and serial number from the label on the edge of the door or the side of the tub opening
Around Big Lake
Most dishwasher calls in Big Lake 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Hiring a Dishwasher Repair Company in Big Lake
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Samsung Dishwasher Repair FAQs: Big Lake, MN
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Why are my dishes still wet?
What makes a dishwasher stop cleaning?
Is my Samsung dishwasher worth repairing?
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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.